Visual Story: The Magic Brush | English Poorvi Class 8 - New NCERT PDF Download

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The Magic Brush of Dreams
Gopi's Family Task
Gopi's family asks her to collect beans, rice, and mangoes. They expect her to 
bring food home for the family. This shows their simple rural life where food 
comes directly from nature.
Gopi's Creative Spirit
Instead of doing her task, Gopi sits under a big banyan tree. She holds a twig 
in her hand and draws pictures in the sand. This shows her love for creativity 
and imagination over chores.
The Mysterious Encounter
The wind blows and sweeps away her sand pictures. A mysterious man is sitting nearby 
on a stone. He holds a brush in his hand, suggesting something magical is about to 
happen.
The man calls Gopi softly and warns her to stay quiet. He tells her not to let the villagers 
know about the brush. The secrecy shows it is something powerful and special.
The Sacred Promise
The man places the brush in 
Gopi's hand. He instructs her to 
never use it for the rich. She 
must use it only to help the poor 
and needy.
Return Home
At home, Gopi is asked whether 
she brought beans, rice, and 
mangoes. Her family still 
expects her to return with food. 
They are unaware of the magical 
gift she has received.
The First Magic
Gopi grins and runs inside. She 
paints a bowl of khichdi using 
the brush. She waits for the 
paint to dry, testing the brush's 
magic.
The Miracle Unfolds
The painting turns into a real bowl of 
khichdi. Villagers rush to see this 
miracle. People of all ages are 
amazed by the "magic brush of 
dreams."
Helping the Villagers
Gopi uses the brush to help villagers. 
She paints a muffler for a farmer, a 
plough for another man, a shawl for a 
grandmother, and a fan for a girl. Her 
actions show kindness, generosity, 
and thoughtfulness.
Word Spreads
News of the magic spreads to faraway places. The Zamindar, a wealthy landlord, 
hears about it. This prepares for a conflict between Gopi and greed.
The Zamindar's Greed
The Zamindar orders Gopi to paint a fortress and treasures. He wants jewels, gold, and riches to rule the land. His 
demand shows his selfishness and greed.
Gopi's Brave Refusal
Gopi bows politely but refuses. She explains she promised to use the brush only for the poor. She bravely stands 
by her values against a powerful man.
The Zamindar's Fury
The Zamindar becomes furious and shouts in anger. He orders his men to seize Gopi and the brush. She is 
thrown into a prison cell.
In the Dark Prison
Gopi sits inside the dark prison. The floor is cold mud, 
and she waits helplessly. This moment builds 
suspense about her fate.
The Zamindar returns with the brush and demands 
treasures. He wants her to paint gold, rubies, 
emeralds, and a fortress. He promises freedom if she 
obeys, showing his obsession with wealth.
The Clever Escape Plan
That night, the Zamindar dreams of gold. Meanwhile, 
Gopi paints a winding road and a strong horse. 
She plans her clever escape using the brush.
1
The Great Escape
The painted road leads out of the 
prison gates. The horse comes alive, 
and Gopi rides away swiftly. She 
gallops through villages and fields, 
escaping successfully.
2
The Chase Continues
Villagers happily welcome Gopi 
back. But she continues painting 
because the Zamindar's men chase 
her. The danger is not over yet.
3
The River Barrier
Gopi paints a wide, deep river with 
fast currents. The Zamindar and his 
men cannot cross it. She blocks their 
path using her intelligence.
The Final Warning
Gopi warns she can paint a dangerous beast. She 
threatens it will attack and feast on the Zamindar's men. 
Her bold warning frightens them without needing 
violence.
Victory Through Courage
The Zamindar panics and begs her to stop. He runs 
away in fear, and his men follow. Gopi defeats them 
through courage and cleverness.
The Grand Celebration
Gopi paints a big celebration for the villagers. She creates sweets, tea, music, and a courtyard for joy. Everyone 
celebrates together, showing the victory of kindness over greed.
Theme/Message
The Power of 
Art
The poem 
emphasises how 
art can be 
magical and 
transformative. 
Gopi's paintings 
come to life, 
showing that 
creativity can 
change the world 
around us.
Helping 
Others
Gopi chooses to 
use her magic 
brush to help the 
poor villagers 
instead of 
painting for the 
wealthy. This 
highlights the 
importance of 
generosity and 
community.
Bravery and 
Resistance
Gopi shows 
bravery by 
standing up to the 
Zamindar. She 
refuses to give in 
to pressure and 
remains 
committed to her 
promise to help 
those in need.
Wealth vs. 
Kindness
The conflict 
between Gopi and 
the Zamindar 
illustrates the 
struggle between 
the rich and the 
poor, and how 
true value lies in 
kindness rather 
than wealth.
Use Your 
Talents Wisely
The poem 
encourages 
readers to use 
their skills for 
good. Gopi's 
magic brush 
symbolises the 
power of 
creativity to bring 
joy and help 
others.
Community 
Matters
The joy and 
celebration of the 
villagers show 
that we are 
stronger together. 
Helping one 
another leads to 
happiness and 
unity.