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Open a book
And you can share
Wondrous worlds you find in there;
Open a book
And I will too, Word Meaning
You read to me Wondrous: something that is to be marvelled at
And I’ll read to you.
–Jane Baskwill
ABOUT THE POET
Jane Baskwill is the author of many books, including several
children’s picture books. She was a teacher and school
principal too. She received the Distinguished Achievement
Award from the Educational Press Association of America for
her series of articles in ‘Teaching K-8 Magazine’.
Read and Understand
A. Complete the following sentences by adding suitable words.
1. The poet says that when you a book, you will find
kind.
2. When you open a book, it helps you imagine to be anyone that you .
3. Books have descriptions of wonderful worlds that are extraordinary and you can
share and be a part of them when you read a book.
4. The poet wants to open a book and while the other person can
also read to the poet.
B. Answer these questions.
1. Do you like to read books? If yes, what kind of books do you like to read?
2. Which book have you liked the most?
3. Is reading a good habit? Give reasons.
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