Chapter 1 of the book “Mr. Popper’s Penguins” introduces us to Mr. Popper, a kind and adventurous man who lives in a small town. He loves reading about faraway places and dreams of going on exciting adventures. Mr. Popper is fascinated by the South Pole and the amazing creatures that live there, especially penguins.

One day, Mr. Popper receives a surprise package in the mail. To his astonishment, it contains a real-life penguin! He names the penguin Captain Cook and builds a special icebox for him to live in. Mr. Popper’s family, including his wife and two children, are amazed and excited to have a penguin in their house.

Captain Cook quickly becomes a part of the family, and Mr. Popper spends a lot of time taking care of him. He learns all about penguins and their habits, like how they slide on their bellies and eat fish. Mr. Popper even starts to teach Captain Cook tricks, like how to march and salute.

Word spreads about Mr. Popper’s penguin, and soon he receives another surprise package. This time, it’s a female penguin named Greta. Captain Cook and Greta become fast friends, and Mr. Popper is overjoyed to have two penguins in his house.

As the chapter ends, Mr. Popper wonders what adventures lie ahead for him and his penguins. He can’t wait to see what other surprises life has in store for them.