Excited for School

Jul 9, 2026

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This document tells the story of Urmu and Urgen, two siblings who are initially excited for their first day of school. However, their excitement quickly wanes when they realize they cannot understand their teacher because he speaks Nepali, a language unfamiliar to them, while they speak Tamang at home. The language barrier causes them distress, leading them to express their unwillingness to attend school to their mother. The situation takes a positive turn when a new teacher, Miss Dolma, is introduced, who understands and speaks Tamang, offering hope for a better learning experience for Urmu and Urgen. The story highlights the challenges faced by children in multilingual environments and the importance of inclusive education that accommodates diverse linguistic backgrounds.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryStory & Novel

FormatPDF

Pages14

Reading Time22 min

The First Day of School

The Challenge of Understanding

Finding a Solution

FAQs

What language do Urmu and Urgen speak at home?

Urmu and Urgen speak Tamang at home.

What is the main challenge Urmu and Urgen face at school?

The main challenge they face is that their teacher speaks Nepali, a language they do not understand, while they speak Tamang.

How does the school resolve the language barrier issue for Urmu and Urgen?

A new teacher, Miss Dolma, is introduced who speaks Tamang, allowing Urmu and Urgen to understand their lessons.

Jul 9, 2026

Upload by Skyler