CBSE Class 8 English Literature Syllabus 2026-27
The CBSE Class 8 English Literature syllabus for the 2026-27 academic session is divided into two terms. Term I includes units such as 'Magic', 'Amazing Plants', 'Tales of Endurance and Struggle', 'Journeys to Remote Areas of the World', and 'In the News'. Term II continues with units focusing on 'Family: The Ties that Bind', 'Real Life Drama', 'School Days', and 'Ghosts and Humorous Ghost Stories'. This structure ensures a balanced progression through diverse literary themes and narrative styles, preparing students for comprehensive literary understanding and analysis.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 8 |
| Subject | English Literature |
| Session | 2026-27 |
| Language | English |
| Type | Syllabus |
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ENGLISH LITERATURE
Course Structure & Syllabus
Units Topics
Term I
1 Magic 2 Amazing Plants 3 Tales of Endurance and Struggle 4 Journeys to Remote Areas of the World
5 In the News Term II
6 Family: The Ties that Bind 7 Real Life Drama 8 School Days 9 Ghosts and Humorous Ghost Stories
Frequently asked questions
What are the main units covered in Term I of the CBSE Class 8 English Literature syllabus for 2026-27?
Term I covers units such as 'Magic', 'Amazing Plants', 'Tales of Endurance and Struggle', 'Journeys to Remote Areas of the World', and 'In the News'.
Which topics are included in Term II of the syllabus?
Term II includes units focusing on 'Family: The Ties that Bind', 'Real Life Drama', 'School Days', and 'Ghosts and Humorous Ghost Stories'.
Is the syllabus divided into terms for the 2026-27 academic year?
Yes, the syllabus is divided into Term I and Term II for the 2026-27 academic session.
What is the subject for Class 8 in this syllabus?
The subject is English Literature.
Which academic session does this syllabus cover?
This syllabus is for the academic session 2026-27.
CBSE Class 8 English Literature syllabus 2026-27. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.