Class 4 English NCERT Book Chapter 11 A Journey to the Magical Mountains

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Let us Read
Once upon a time, 
in a small village at 
the foot of the mighty 
Himalayas, lived a 
young girl named 
Minam. She loved to 
listen to stories 
about the 
mountains 
from her 
grandfather, 
who was once 
a Sherpa. The 
two of them 
would often 
go on long 
walks together.
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Let us Read
Once upon a time, 
in a small village at 
the foot of the mighty 
Himalayas, lived a 
young girl named 
Minam. She loved to 
listen to stories 
about the 
mountains 
from her 
grandfather, 
who was once 
a Sherpa. The 
two of them 
would often 
go on long 
walks together.
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the MAgic Al Mount Ains Chapter 11.indd   111 13-Mar-25   4:07:47 PM
 One sunny morning, Minam's grandfather said, 
"Minam, you have become strong, and you can 
walk for a long distance. Today, I will take you on 
a special journey to the mountains. We'll see the 
beauty of the Himalayas up close!" 
 Minam was excited and quickly packed her bag 
with some rotis with achaar, two water bottles, 
and her favourite fruit, apples.
 They started their journey early in the 
morning. As they walked, Minam saw beautiful 
flowers, tall trees, and heard the sounds of birds 
she had never heard before. 
The air was fresh and cool, 
and Minam felt 
very happy.
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Let us Read
Once upon a time, 
in a small village at 
the foot of the mighty 
Himalayas, lived a 
young girl named 
Minam. She loved to 
listen to stories 
about the 
mountains 
from her 
grandfather, 
who was once 
a Sherpa. The 
two of them 
would often 
go on long 
walks together.
11
 A Journey to 
the MAgic Al Mount Ains Chapter 11.indd   111 13-Mar-25   4:07:47 PM
 One sunny morning, Minam's grandfather said, 
"Minam, you have become strong, and you can 
walk for a long distance. Today, I will take you on 
a special journey to the mountains. We'll see the 
beauty of the Himalayas up close!" 
 Minam was excited and quickly packed her bag 
with some rotis with achaar, two water bottles, 
and her favourite fruit, apples.
 They started their journey early in the 
morning. As they walked, Minam saw beautiful 
flowers, tall trees, and heard the sounds of birds 
she had never heard before. 
The air was fresh and cool, 
and Minam felt 
very happy.
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 After a while, they reached a small river with 
clear water. Minam's grandfather said, "This is 
where we will have our lunch." 
 They sat by the river, enjoying their rotis and 
watching the fish swim. Minam dipped her feet in 
the cool water and laughed with joy while eating 
an apple.
 After their meal, they 
continued their journey. 
They climbed higher and higher, 
and soon they could see yaks. 
Minam's grandfather told her, "Yaks 
are very important to the people living in the 
mountains. They give us milk, wool, and help 
carry heavy loads."
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Let us Read
Once upon a time, 
in a small village at 
the foot of the mighty 
Himalayas, lived a 
young girl named 
Minam. She loved to 
listen to stories 
about the 
mountains 
from her 
grandfather, 
who was once 
a Sherpa. The 
two of them 
would often 
go on long 
walks together.
11
 A Journey to 
the MAgic Al Mount Ains Chapter 11.indd   111 13-Mar-25   4:07:47 PM
 One sunny morning, Minam's grandfather said, 
"Minam, you have become strong, and you can 
walk for a long distance. Today, I will take you on 
a special journey to the mountains. We'll see the 
beauty of the Himalayas up close!" 
 Minam was excited and quickly packed her bag 
with some rotis with achaar, two water bottles, 
and her favourite fruit, apples.
 They started their journey early in the 
morning. As they walked, Minam saw beautiful 
flowers, tall trees, and heard the sounds of birds 
she had never heard before. 
The air was fresh and cool, 
and Minam felt 
very happy.
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 A Journey to the Magical Mountains
 After a while, they reached a small river with 
clear water. Minam's grandfather said, "This is 
where we will have our lunch." 
 They sat by the river, enjoying their rotis and 
watching the fish swim. Minam dipped her feet in 
the cool water and laughed with joy while eating 
an apple.
 After their meal, they 
continued their journey. 
They climbed higher and higher, 
and soon they could see yaks. 
Minam's grandfather told her, "Yaks 
are very important to the people living in the 
mountains. They give us milk, wool, and help 
carry heavy loads."
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Santoor  Grade 4
 As they walked further, they reached a place 
where the ground was covered with snow. Minam 
had never seen so much snow before! She and her 
grandfather made a small snowman. They laughed 
and played, making memories Minam would value 
forever.
 Finally, they reached the top of a hill. From 
there, Minam could see the huge peaks of the 
Himalayas shining in the sun. It was a beautiful 
sight. Her grandfather pointed to the 
highest mountain and said, 
"That is Mount Everest, 
the tallest 
mountain in the 
world. Many 
brave people 
have tried to 
climb it."
 Minam felt happy to be living near such 
wonderful mountains. As the sun began to set, 
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Let us Read
Once upon a time, 
in a small village at 
the foot of the mighty 
Himalayas, lived a 
young girl named 
Minam. She loved to 
listen to stories 
about the 
mountains 
from her 
grandfather, 
who was once 
a Sherpa. The 
two of them 
would often 
go on long 
walks together.
11
 A Journey to 
the MAgic Al Mount Ains Chapter 11.indd   111 13-Mar-25   4:07:47 PM
 One sunny morning, Minam's grandfather said, 
"Minam, you have become strong, and you can 
walk for a long distance. Today, I will take you on 
a special journey to the mountains. We'll see the 
beauty of the Himalayas up close!" 
 Minam was excited and quickly packed her bag 
with some rotis with achaar, two water bottles, 
and her favourite fruit, apples.
 They started their journey early in the 
morning. As they walked, Minam saw beautiful 
flowers, tall trees, and heard the sounds of birds 
she had never heard before. 
The air was fresh and cool, 
and Minam felt 
very happy.
Chapter 11.indd   112 13-Mar-25   4:07:48 PM
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 A Journey to the Magical Mountains
 After a while, they reached a small river with 
clear water. Minam's grandfather said, "This is 
where we will have our lunch." 
 They sat by the river, enjoying their rotis and 
watching the fish swim. Minam dipped her feet in 
the cool water and laughed with joy while eating 
an apple.
 After their meal, they 
continued their journey. 
They climbed higher and higher, 
and soon they could see yaks. 
Minam's grandfather told her, "Yaks 
are very important to the people living in the 
mountains. They give us milk, wool, and help 
carry heavy loads."
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114 114
Santoor  Grade 4
 As they walked further, they reached a place 
where the ground was covered with snow. Minam 
had never seen so much snow before! She and her 
grandfather made a small snowman. They laughed 
and played, making memories Minam would value 
forever.
 Finally, they reached the top of a hill. From 
there, Minam could see the huge peaks of the 
Himalayas shining in the sun. It was a beautiful 
sight. Her grandfather pointed to the 
highest mountain and said, 
"That is Mount Everest, 
the tallest 
mountain in the 
world. Many 
brave people 
have tried to 
climb it."
 Minam felt happy to be living near such 
wonderful mountains. As the sun began to set, 
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Minam and her grandfather 
started their journey back home.
 On their way down, they 
heard the beautiful musical 
notes of a Santoor. It was 
played by an old man sitting 
under a tree. They 
also saw a family of 
mountain goats 
jumping from rock to 
rock. Minam’s 
grandfather 
explained, “These 
goats are good at 
climbing. They 
can go to places 
where it’s very hard for people to reach.”
 By the time they reached their village, it was 
getting dark. Minam was tired but very happy. 
She turned to her grandfather and said, “Thank 
you for taking me to the magical mountains. I will 
never forget this day.”
 Her grandfather smiled and replied, “The 
mountains are truly magical, Minam. They teach 
us about strength, beauty, and the wonders of 
nature. Always remember to respect and protect 
them.”
 Minam promised to take care of the mountains 
and share their magic with everyone she met. 
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