Ferns series (1-8) Ferns, the new NEP Compliant Communicative English Course for classes 1 to 8, includes a Coursebook, a Workbook and a Literature Reader, along with a Smart App for students. The course is powered by the principles of Competency Based Education (CBE), as envisioned by the National Education Policy 2020, with an approach to teaching, learning and assessment that places learners at the centre, and provides them with a meaningful and positive learning experience.