Chapter 1: Colours
Chapter Introduction
“Colours” is a short and cheerful poem about sharing. In this poem, two children talk about their crayons. Each child has some colours, but not all. They realise that if they share their crayons, they can have a full pack of colours.
The poem teaches us that sharing makes everyone happy. When we share what we have, we can enjoy more things together.
Detailed Notes (Explanation)
In this poem, two children are talking about their crayons.
One child says that he has some crayons like red, yellow, and blue. The other child also has some colours like green, purple, and black.
Each child needs a colour that the other has. For example, one needs red and the other needs black. So they decide to share their crayons.
When they share, both of them get all the colours. Now they have a full pack of crayons.
The poem teaches us that sharing is good. When we share, we do not lose anything. Instead, we gain more happiness and friendship.
Message of the Poem:
Sharing makes us happy.
Friends should help and share with each other.
When we share, everyone benefits.
Word Meanings
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Crayons | Colouring sticks used for drawing |
| Share | To give something to others |
| Pack | A set of things kept together |
| Full | Complete |
Question & Answers
1. How many children are there in the poem?
There are two children in the poem.2. What things are the children talking about?
They are talking about their crayons.3. Why did the children want to share their crayons?
They wanted to share so that both of them could have all the colours.4. Which colours are mentioned in the poem?
Red, yellow, blue, green, purple, and black are mentioned in the poem.5. How can the children have a full pack of crayons?
They can have a full pack by sharing their crayons with each other.6. What lesson do we learn from this poem?
We learn that sharing is caring.7. Do the children fight over the crayons?
No, they decide to share instead of fighting.8. How do you feel when someone shares with you?
I feel happy and thankful when someone shares with me.9. What can you share with your friends?
I can share my toys, books, crayons, and food with my friends.10. Why is sharing important in friendship?
Sharing makes friendship strong and joyful.11. What would happen if they did not share?
They would not have all the colours.12. Is sharing a good habit? Why?
Yes, sharing is a good habit because it spreads happiness.13. Which colour do you like the most? Why?
I like blue because it looks calm and beautiful.14. What can you draw with many colours?
I can draw a rainbow, flowers, or a beautiful scenery.15. How does sharing make the poem special?
Sharing shows kindness and friendship in the poem.