Animals
Welcome to the chapter on Animals for Class 2. In this chapter, you will learn about different types of animals, their homes, what they eat, and how they help us. By the end of this chapter, you will be able to name many animals, describe their features, and understand their importance in our world!
Introduction
Animals are living things. They move, eat, grow, and have babies. There are many kinds of animals around us, and each is special in its own way.
Types of Animals
- Wild Animals: Live in forests and jungles. Example: Lion, tiger, elephant, deer.
- Domestic Animals: Live near us or on farms. Example: Cow, goat, horse, buffalo.
- Pet Animals: Live with us in our homes. Example: Dog, cat, rabbit, parrot.
Animal Homes
- Lion lives in a den.
- Birds live in nests.
- Dog lives in a kennel.
- Cow lives in a shed.
- Rabbit lives in a burrow.
What Do Animals Eat?
- Herbivores: Eat only plants. Example: Cow, deer, goat.
- Carnivores: Eat only meat. Example: Lion, tiger, wolf.
- Omnivores: Eat both plants and meat. Example: Bear, dog, crow.
How Do Animals Help Us?
- Cows and buffaloes give us milk.
- Hens and ducks give us eggs.
- Sheep give us wool.
- Dogs guard our homes.
- Horses and donkeys carry loads.
Fun Activity: Animal Chart!
Make a chart of animals. Write their names, homes, and what they eat. Draw pictures to make your chart colorful!
Summary
- Animals are living things that move, eat, and grow.
- There are wild, domestic, and pet animals.
- Animals live in different homes and eat different foods.
- Animals help us in many ways.
Practice Questions
- Name two wild animals.
- Where does a bird live?
- Which animal gives us wool?
- What do herbivores eat?
- Name a pet animal.
Challenge Yourself
- Draw your favorite animal and its home.
- List three ways animals help us.
Did You Know?
- A giraffe is the tallest animal in the world!
- Some birds travel thousands of kilometers every year. This is called migration.
Glossary
- Herbivore: An animal that eats only plants.
- Carnivore: An animal that eats only meat.
- Omnivore: An animal that eats both plants and meat.
- Den: The home of a lion.
- Burrow: The home of a rabbit.
Answers to Practice Questions
- Lion, tiger (any two wild animals).
- Nest.
- Sheep.
- Plants.
- Dog, cat, rabbit (any pet animal).
Animals make our world wonderful. Take care of them and learn more about them every day!