Class 2 Genda Urdu Ka Guldasta (Oxford 3rd Edition) (2027-28)

Genda Urdu Ka Guldasta (Third Edition) by Fauzia Ahsan Farooqui is the foundational Urdu textbook for Class 2 (Grade 2) students in English-medium private schools across Pakistan. Published by Oxford University Press, it guides young children through reading fluency, expressive recitation, correct pronunciation (Talaffuz), vocabulary building, and moral understanding. This page is written for the 2027-28 session.

Exams Book House, Shop Number 4, Al Fazal Market, Urdu Bazar, Lahore, supplies it with cash on delivery across Pakistan and delivery to the Gulf countries.

Quick facts

• Title on cover: Genda Urdu Ka Guldasta (Third Edition) — Baraye Jama'at 2
• Author: Fauzia Ahsan Farooqui
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Edition: Third Edition
• Level: Class 2 / Grade 2 (Primary level)
• Structure: 22 lessons divided into three academic terms (Pehli, Doosri, and Teesri Se-maahi), complete with learning outcomes, poems, stories, and integrated worksheets
• Page count: 118 numbered pages shown in the contents tables
• Curriculum standard: Based on Single National Curriculum (SNC) benchmarks for primary Urdu language learning
• Language: Urdu (اردو)
• Photographs in listing: Book cover and all three contents pages detailing every lesson title, topic, learning outcomes, and page number
• Target academic session: Session 2027-28

What is this book?

Genda Urdu Ka Guldasta Class 2 is part of Oxford University Press's renowned Urdu Ka Guldasta series authored by prominent educationist Fauzia Ahsan Farooqui. Named after the vibrant marigold flower (Genda), the textbook is specially written for seven-year-old primary pupils advancing from basic letter recognition and single words to fluent sentence comprehension, paragraph reading, and expressive communication.

The textbook is thoughtfully divided into three school terms: Pehli Se-maahi (First Term), Doosri Se-maahi (Second Term), and Teesri Se-maahi (Third Term). Each lesson is paired with specific learning outcomes (Haasilaat-e-Ta'allum) that focus on phonics, sight words, short response writing, creative expression, and practical grammar (such as singular/plural, masculine/feminine, rhyming words, and punctuation marks like Saktah and Khatmah). Through engaging folk stories, humorous poems, moral dialogues, and national narratives, children develop a deep appreciation for the national language.

Full table of contents with page numbers

The table below transcribes every term, lesson number, thematic subject, lesson title, and page number directly from the three printed contents pages photographed from the Third Edition book.

Learning strands in Genda Urdu Class 2

Reading fluency and expressive poetry recitation

Fauzia Ahsan Farooqui incorporates rhythmic Urdu poems across all three terms—from spiritual pieces like the opening Hamd and Naat to playful classics like 'Pyari Aapi', 'Barsaat', 'Meenh ka Jhoota', and Allama Iqbal's beloved 'Bachay Ki Dua'. Children practice reading with expressive pitch, voice modulation, and rhythmic cadence.

Moral habits and practical everyday responsibility

Lessons such as 'Waqt ki Pabandi' (Lesson 6), 'Iyadaat' (Lesson 13), and 'Main Khayal Rakhta Hoon' (Lesson 14) provide concrete ethical education. Children discover the importance of punctuality, visiting sick friends with gentle manners, and conserving precious household resources such as electricity, gas, and running water.

Civic awareness and local cultural games

The concluding term connects language skills with Pakistani life. Lesson 15 teaches tree plantation and environmental care, Lesson 19 guides children through public transportation manners on buses and trains, Lesson 21 instills patriotism through 'Pakistan Hum Sab Ka Ghar Hai', and Lesson 22 celebrates traditional childhood outdoor games through 'Aankh Macholi'.

Why this book?

• Three-term balanced layout: Structured across 22 lessons that fit standard Pakistani academic terms without overwhelming second graders.
• Explicit learning targets: Each lesson specifies distinct phonetic, vocabulary, and handwriting outcomes for focused classroom teaching.
• Rich cultural and ethical content: Blends traditional Urdu poetry, moral tales, environmental preservation, and Pakistani heritage.

Who is it for, and when is it used?

This textbook is designed for Class 2 (Grade 2) pupils aged 6 to 8 years studying Urdu as a compulsory national language in English-medium private schools, convent schools, and primary school systems across Pakistan.

Schools teach the first six lessons in Term 1 (April to September), Lessons 7 to 14 in Term 2 (October to December), and Lessons 15 to 22 in Term 3 (January to March) leading up to final annual examinations. Parents can follow the page numbers in our detailed contents table to review daily reading passages and guide spelling practice at home.

How to help at home

• Daily reading aloud: Encourage your child to read one page aloud every evening, paying careful attention to diacritical marks (A'raab: Zabar, Zair, Paish) and full stops (Khatmah).
• Poetry memorization: Recite 'Bachay Ki Dua' (page 86) and 'Barsaat' (page 65) together with rhythm and hand gestures to build expressive speech confidence.
• Resource conservation discussions: Relate Lesson 14 ('Kifayat Shaari') to household habits by reminding children to switch off fans and lights when leaving an empty room.
• Riddle and riddle-solving: Have fun on weekends with Sabaq 17 ('Paheli Boojhiye' on page 91) to expand your child's Urdu analytical thinking and vocabulary.

Is it right for Class 2 and session 2027-28?

Yes. If your school's official booklist for Class 2 prescribes Fauzia Ahsan Farooqui's Genda Urdu Ka Guldasta (Third Edition) published by Oxford University Press, this is the authentic, current textbook for the 2027-28 academic session. Oxford University Press maintains this Third Edition as the standard curriculum edition for primary schools nationwide. You can confirm your booklist by messaging Exams Book House on WhatsApp at 0317 4846676.

Matching and similar books

• Motia Urdu Ka Guldasta Class 1 Oxford – The preceding Class 1 Urdu textbook in the Oxford Guldasta series.
• Sadabahar Urdu Ka Guldasta Class 3 Oxford – The direct next level for Class 3, introducing advanced reading and essay prompts.
• Suraj Mukhi Urdu Ka Guldasta Class 7 Oxford – The senior level Urdu Guldasta textbook for Class 7.
• New Oxford Social Studies for Pakistan 2 – The matching Class 2 Social Studies textbook.

Buy it in Urdu Bazar, Lahore

• Shop: Exams Book House, Shop Number 4, Al Fazal Market, Urdu Bazar, Lahore 54000
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Frequently asked questions

Is this book valid for the 2027-28 academic session?

Yes. Genda Urdu Ka Guldasta Class 2 (Third Edition) is completely valid and recommended for the 2027-28 academic session in English-medium private schools across Pakistan.

How many lessons are in Genda Urdu Ka Guldasta Class 2?

The textbook contains 22 complete lessons divided into three terms (Pehli, Doosri, and Teesri Se-maahi), spanning 118 numbered pages with poetry, prose, and creative writing exercises.

Who is the author of Genda Urdu Ka Guldasta?

Genda Urdu Ka Guldasta is written by renowned Pakistani educator and curriculum expert Fauzia Ahsan Farooqui and published by Oxford University Press.

Is it on the official school list for 2027-28?

If your school's 2027-28 booklist prescribes Oxford's Genda Urdu Ka Guldasta 3rd Edition for Class 2, this is the exact textbook. Send your list to our WhatsApp number 0317 4846676 for instant verification.

Do you deliver outside Lahore?

Yes, all over Pakistan with cash on delivery, and to the Gulf countries. Contact Exams Book House on WhatsApp at 0317 4846676 to place an order.\n

Inside the book — contents and sample pages