CBSE class 10 english notes on this hub help you study two prescribed NCERT books: the First Flight main textbook and the Footprints Without Feet supplementary reader. You can find the correct chapter page from this subject directory in one glance.
Class 10 English Notes — Chapter Directory
This directory lists every prose and supplementary chapter with its coming soon status so you never land on a dead link. Each row carries an original one-line summary of the story’s plot so you know what to expect before the chapter notes go live.
Below is the chapter directory for all First Flight prose chapters. A Letter to God: a farmer named Lencho writes a letter to God after a hailstorm destroys his crops. Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom: Mandela reflects on his inauguration and the long struggle against apartheid.
Two Stories about Flying: a young pilot and a pilot in crisis both learn lessons about courage. From the Diary of Anne Frank: a Jewish girl records her fears and hopes while hiding from the Nazis. Glimpses of India: four travel sketches show the culture of a baker, a coir-maker, tea planters, and a weaver.
Mijbil the Otter: the author raises an otter and takes it from Iraq to London. Madam Rides the Bus: a young girl takes a first bus journey and learns about life and loss. The Sermon at Benares: the Buddha teaches a grieving mother about the nature of death.
The Proposal: two neighbours argue about trivia while trying to arrange a marriage.
Below is the chapter directory for all Footprints Without Feet supplementary chapters. A Triumph of Surgery: a vet cures an overfed dog by taking it away from its indulgent owner. The Thief’s Story: a young thief befriends a trusting man and faces a crisis of conscience. The Midnight Visitor: a secret agent outwits an intruder with a clever trick.
A Question of Trust: a self-described thief meets his match in a woman who robs him. Footprints without Feet: a scientist discovers an invisibility formula and misuses it. The Making of a Scientist: a boy’s curiosity about butterflies grows into a career in science. The Necklace: a borrowed necklace changes a couple’s life for ten years.
Bholi: a girl marked by her pockmarks finds her voice and refuses an unfair match. The Book That Saved the Earth: a play in which a book of rhymes is mistaken for a weapon by invaders.
| Book | Ch | Chapter notes | Key topics covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Flight | 1 | A Letter to God | A Letter to God Class 10 Notes: Introduction · Chapter Overview and Setting · Story Summary in Our Own Words |
| First Flight | 2 | Nelson Mandela | What This Chapter Is About: Mandela's Inauguration Day · Chapter Summary: The Inauguration, the Sacrifices, and the Meaning of Freedom · Theme Analysis: Apartheid's Wounds, Courage, and the Indivisibility of Freedom |
| First Flight | 3 | Two Stories about Flying | Introduction to the Two Stories about Flying · Chapter Overview: Two Tales of Courage in the Sky · His First Flight: Summary of the Young Seagull's Journey |
| First Flight | 4 | From the Diary of Anne Frank | What Is 'From the Diary of Anne Frank' About? · Chapter Overview, Setting, and Historical Background of Anne Frank's Diary · Chapter Summary: The Two Key Diary Entries Explained |
| First Flight | 5 | Glimpses of India | Why 'Glimpses of India' Is Three Stories in One Chapter · A Baker from Goa: Summary of the Pader's World · Coorg: Summary of Coffee Country |
| First Flight | 6 | Mijbil the Otter | Why Maxwell Wrote About an Otter: Background to the Chapter · Chapter Overview: From Basra Marshes to London Streets · Summary of Mijbil the Otter in Our Own Words |
| First Flight | 7 | Madam Rides the Bus | Valli and Her World: Why the Bus Matters · Chapter Snapshot: What Happens in the Bus Ride · Stanza-to-Scene Summary: Valli's Journey Told Step by Step |
| First Flight | 8 | The Sermon at Benares | Why Benares? The Setting of Buddha's First Sermon · Kisa Gotami's Journey: From Madness to Wisdom · Theme Analysis: Death, Grief, and the Path to Peace |
| First Flight | 9 | The Proposal | Why The Proposal Is a Farce — Quick Context for Revisors · Chapter Overview: What Happens in The Proposal · Scene-Wise Summary of The Proposal |
| Footprints Without Feet | 1 | A Triumph of Surgery | Intro: What Happens in A Triumph of Surgery · Chapter Overview: Pampering vs Real Care · How Mr Herriot Cures Tricki: Day-by-Day Recovery |
| Footprints Without Feet | 2 | The Thief's Story | Why The Thief's Story Matters: The Boy Who Chose Books Over Money · Jump to Section · Chapter Overview: Who Is 'I' and What Does He Want |
| Footprints Without Feet | 3 | The Midnight Visitor | The Midnight Visitor Class 10 Notes: Chapter Introduction · Chapter Overview and Setting · Summary of The Midnight Visitor |
| Footprints Without Feet | 4 | A Question of Trust | Why 'A Question of Trust' Is a Story About a Thief Getting Robbed · Chapter Overview: Horace Danby's Annual Ritual · Stanza-Scene Summary: The Grange Burglary and the Woman in Red |
| Footprints Without Feet | 5 | Footprints without Feet | Footprints Without Feet Class 10 Notes: Chapter Introduction · Chapter Overview: The Arc of Griffin's Escape · Story Summary: From Muddy Footprints to a Headless Man |
| Footprints Without Feet | 6 | The Making of a Scientist | Why Richard Ebright Became a Scientist: Chapter Introduction · Chapter Overview: The Butterfly to DNA Pathway · Summary of The Making of a Scientist |
| Footprints Without Feet | 7 | The Necklace | The Necklace Class 10 Notes: Introduction to the Story · Chapter Overview: What Happens in The Necklace · Stanza-wise Summary: The Necklace in Five Stages |
| Footprints Without Feet | 8 | Bholi | Bholi Class 10 Notes: Introduction and Overview · Bholi Chapter Summary: From a Frightened Child to a Assertive Woman · Theme Analysis: Education, Empowerment, and Gender Bias |
| Footprints Without Feet | 9 | The Book That Saved the Earth | Snowgrass Library and the Martian Panic: Chapter Snapshot · Characters and Their Roles in the Play · Scene-by-Scene Summary of the Play |
| Words and Expressions 2 | 1 | A Letter To God (coming soon) | Coming soon |
| Words and Expressions 2 | 2 | Nelson Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom (coming soon) | Coming soon |
| Words and Expressions 2 | 3 | Two Stories About Flying (coming soon) | Coming soon |
| Words and Expressions 2 | 6 | Mijbil The Otter (coming soon) | Coming soon |
| Words and Expressions 2 | 7 | Madam Rides The Bus (coming soon) | Coming soon |
| Words and Expressions 2 | 8 | The Sermon At Benaras (coming soon) | Coming soon |
What Is Inside First Flight and Footprints Without Feet
The First Flight main textbook contains prose and poetry organized around themes of courage, identity, and nature. The prose chapters introduce you to authors like Nelson Mandela, Anne Frank, and Anton Chekhov. A poetry section is part of this textbook; notes for these poems will be added in a separate update.
The Footprints Without Feet supplementary reader features shorter stories. These chapters stress human values, suspense, and humor in accessible narratives. Knowing which book a chapter belongs to saves you time when you look for notes.
How to Use These Chapter Notes
Follow these steps to integrate the chapter notes with your homework and board revision routine.
- Read the NCERT chapter in full before opening the notes.
- Use the chapter notes to review the author’s intent, plot, and character sketches.
- Write a summary in your own words to check your understanding.
- Practice writing long-answer questions using these notes as a reference.
Currently, all chapter pages are marked coming soon. This directory shows you the planned scope so you can check back as each chapter notes page goes live.
Class 10 English Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Class 10 English notes for First Flight and Footprints Without Feet chapters?
This hub page lists every prose and supplementary chapter. As each chapter page goes live, the directory table will link to it directly.
Are the chapter-wise notes currently available to read?
No. Every chapter page is listed as coming soon while the notes are being prepared. You can see the full chapter list and summaries on this page today.
How should I divide my study time between First Flight and Footprints Without Feet for the board exam?
Give First Flight more time because its prose and poetry carry more weight in the literature section. Use Footprints Without Feet for quicker revision of shorter stories.
What is the marking distribution for the CBSE Class 10 English exam?
The theory paper carries 80 marks divided across three sections. The table below shows how these marks are split.
| Section | Skills Tested | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Skills | Comprehension of unseen passages | 20 |
| Writing and Grammar | Writing, grammar, and vocabulary | 20 |
| Literature | First Flight and Footprints Without Feet | 40 |
The First Flight and Footprints Without Feet chapters supply the bulk of the Literature section, so studying these notes directly impacts your biggest scoring area. For more subjects, visit our Class 10 CBSE Notes hub. You can also open the official NCERT textbook portal to read the prescribed books directly.
Reference: NCERT textbooks (CBSE).