Chapter 6: Between Home and School

English • Class 2

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Chapter Analysis

Beginner6 pages • English

Quick Summary

The chapter 'Between Home and School' follows Ravi, a Class 2 student, and the adventures he and his friend experience walking to school each day. They pass through paddy fields and mango groves and enjoy activities like jumping over canals and climbing trees. The text emphasizes the joy and excitement of simple daily routines and highlights the importance of nature in their journey.

Key Topics

  • Exploration of nature
  • Daily routines
  • Friendship and companionship
  • Joy of simple activities
  • Educational journey
  • Observation and description of nature

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to describe their own journey to school.
  • Students will learn to identify and appreciate the natural environment around them.
  • Students will practice forming sentences using new vocabulary.
  • Students will engage in group discussions about their experiences.
  • Students will develop creative thinking by drawing maps and describing journeys.

Questions in Chapter

What time do you leave home for school? At what time does your school start?

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Tell your classmates about the fun you had on your way to school.

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Name some interesting things you see every day between your home and your school.

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Ask among your family members about who had gone on a very long journey. Write a few sentences on where they had gone and which mode of transport they used for going and returning.

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Rearrange the jumbled letters to form words: oa h m, ab n c, dc a p, od n m.

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Make sentences using the words given below: gate, road, tree, lunch, lizard.

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Additional Practice Questions

What activities do Ravi and his friend enjoy during their walk to school?

easy

Answer: Ravi and his friend enjoy jumping over canals, climbing trees, and observing lizards on their way to school.

Why do you think the journey to school is important for Ravi and his friend?

medium

Answer: The journey to school is important for Ravi and his friend as it provides them joy, a sense of adventure, and an opportunity to connect with nature every day.

Draw a map of Ravi's route from home to school, including all the elements mentioned in the chapter.

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Answer: Students will need to draw a map featuring paddy fields, mango groves, canals, trees, and the main road as described in Ravi's journey.

If you could join Ravi and his friend, which part of their journey would you enjoy the most and why?

easy

Answer: I would enjoy climbing trees the most because it sounds adventurous and fun, similar to how I enjoy climbing and playing in parks.

Imagine you have to take a different route to school. Describe the new sights you would see.

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Answer: On a different route, I might pass a large playground, cross a busy road with traffic lights, and see colorful flower gardens in nearby houses.