About The Book

The book discusses the challenges of teaching English as a second language in Nagaland, highlighting issues related to material selection for upper primary (classes V-VIII) students. It emphasizes that learners face difficulties connecting with unfamiliar or culturally distant reading materials, which hampers skill development. The traditional focus on learning about English language and culture has shifted toward using Indian English literature, but this may not address cultural differences effectively, especially given Nagaland’s diverse tribal backgrounds. A cultural approach—using indigenous materials and interactive teaching methods—is proposed to improve proficiency and cultural understanding. The focus is on middle school students (ages 10-13), a critical age for forming social and cultural identity, which can be supported through culturally relevant materials, particularly since they receive limited exposure to their own culture in their mother tongue. The book aims to explore these issues and recommend strategies for a more culturally sensitive and engaging English teaching approach in Nagaland.