General Knowledge Class 2 - Life Skills Notes
Comprehensive study notes for Class 2 - Life Skills olympiad preparation
Life Skills
Welcome to the chapter on Life Skills for Class 2. In this chapter, you will learn important skills that help you in your daily life, such as talking to others, solving problems, and taking care of yourself. By the end of this chapter, you will know how to use life skills to be confident, safe, and happy!
Introduction
Life skills are things we learn to help us live better every day. They help us talk, listen, make friends, solve problems, and stay safe.
Important Life Skills
- Communication: Talking and listening to others.
- Problem Solving: Finding answers to questions or fixing things that go wrong.
- Decision Making: Choosing what is best for you.
- Teamwork: Working and playing with others.
- Self-care: Taking care of your body and mind.
How to Use Life Skills
- Say "please" and "thank you" when you talk to others.
- Listen carefully when someone is speaking.
- Ask for help if you have a problem.
- Share your things and play fairly with friends.
- Wash your hands and keep yourself clean.
Fun Activity: Role Play
Act out a scene with your friends where you solve a problem together or help each other. Use kind words and listen to each other!
Summary
- Life skills help us every day.
- We use life skills to talk, solve problems, and take care of ourselves.
- Practice life skills to be happy and safe.
Practice Questions
- Name two life skills you use at school.
- What should you do if you have a problem?
- Why is teamwork important?
- How can you take care of yourself?
- Write one way to show good communication.
Challenge Yourself
- Make a poster showing your favorite life skill.
- Write a short story about helping a friend.
Did You Know?
- Life skills help you make new friends and keep old ones!
- Solving problems together makes you a good team player.
Glossary
- Communication: Talking and listening to others.
- Teamwork: Working together with others.
- Self-care: Taking care of yourself.
Answers to Practice Questions
- Communication, teamwork (any two: problem solving, self-care, decision making).
- Ask for help or try to solve it calmly.
- It helps everyone work and play together happily.
- By eating healthy food, washing hands, and sleeping well.
- Saying "please" and "thank you" or listening carefully.
Practice life skills every day to grow smart, safe, and happy!