The NCERT class 5 english book — Santoor — closes the primary reader series with slightly longer stories and poems than Class 4; this class 5 english book ncert covers every chapter below.
What’s in the Class 5 English NCERT Book (2026-27 Edition)
Stories include Rip Van Winkle (a classic tale of a man who sleeps for years) and Nobody’s Friend; poems include My Shadow, Crying and Sing a Song of People, covering a wider emotional range than earlier classes’ simpler rhymes.
Study Tip
Rip Van Winkle is the longest and most plot-driven story in this book — practise retelling it in your own words in sequence, a skill Class 6’s longer Honeysuckle stories will test more formally.
Use the download button above to access this book on the official NCERT source.
Chapters in This Book
Chapter links on this page were last automatically re-checked against the official NCERT source on August 19, 2026.
All 11 chapters below link directly to the official NCERT source (ncert.nic.in) — nothing is hosted on this site. Click “Read” to open a chapter, or “Download” to save it. You can also open the full book in our chapter-by-chapter reader.
How can I download the Class 5 English book?
Simply click any chapter link or the ZIP link on this page — each one opens or downloads the official NCERT PDF directly, with no sign-up, login, or extra steps required.
Is this NCERT book free to download?
Yes, completely free. NCERT textbooks are published for free public access, and every link on this page points straight to NCERT’s own server.
Is this the 2026-27 edition of the book?
Yes, the chapters and download links on this page correspond to the 2026-27 edition as currently published by NCERT.
How many chapters does this book have?
This Class 5 English book has 11 chapters (including the front matter/contents section where applicable), all listed in the table above with direct download links.
Is this book available in Hindi medium?
Yes, NCERT publishes a Hindi-medium edition of this book on its official textbooks portal alongside the English edition, so you can choose whichever medium suits your school or preparation.
Can I read this book offline after downloading?
Yes. Once you download the PDF (either chapter-wise or as the complete ZIP), you can save it to your phone, tablet, or computer and read it anytime without an internet connection.
Do I need to buy a printed copy if I have the PDF?
Not necessarily — many students and parents use the free PDF for reading and revision and only buy a printed copy if their school specifically requires one for classroom use.
Is Marigold enough to build a child’s English foundation, or do I need extra workbooks?
Marigold covers the core stories, poems, and language skills for Class 5, but many teachers and parents supplement it with basic grammar practice books for extra writing and grammar drills.
What kind of content does Marigold include?
It’s a mix of short stories and poems chosen to build reading comprehension, vocabulary, and a genuine interest in reading at this age.
Which book comes after Marigold in Class 6?
Under the current NCERT curriculum, Class 6 English typically moves to a new textbook — check your school’s prescribed list, since textbook names have been updated as part of the NEP 2020-aligned syllabus revision.
Can parents use this PDF to help with homework?
Yes, having the PDF handy makes it easy for parents to follow along with lessons, check homework against the actual chapter text, and help with reading practice at home.
Are the chapter PDFs scanned or text-based?
NCERT publishes these as digitally typeset PDFs (not scanned images), so text is generally clear and printable at good quality.