Learning English in Class 1 is like stepping into a world of words, sounds, and fun! 🎈 NCERT Solution Class 1 English Chapter 2, “Greetings,” is all about teaching little learners how to say hello, introduce themselves, and express kindness in different situations. Plus, there’s a lot of playful learning involved—singing, writing, and even playing games! Let’s dive into the exciting world of Class 1 English with a smile! 😊
Understanding Chapter 2 – Greetings 👋
This chapter is designed to teach young students the basics of communication. From simple greetings to recognizing sounds, writing letters, and even playing games, it covers all the essential early learning skills.
💡 Why is it important?
- Helps children learn social skills 🤝
- Enhances vocabulary and pronunciation 📖
- Encourages confidence in speaking and writing ✍️
Let’s Start with Greetings! 🌞🌙
We all greet people throughout the day. But do kids know how to do it correctly? This chapter makes it super easy for them!
Different Greetings for Different Times of the Day 🕰️
Kids learn that we use different greetings based on the time:
| Time of Day | Greeting |
|---|---|
| Morning 🌞 | “Good morning!” |
| Afternoon ☀️ | “Good afternoon!” |
| Evening 🌇 | “Good evening!” |
| Night 🌙 | “Good night!” |
👉 Fun Activity: Encourage kids to greet their parents, teachers, and friends at the right time of the day!
Let’s Write – Tracing Letters ✏️
Writing is a big part of learning, and this chapter gets kids started with tracing and practicing letters.
The Power of the ABC Song 🎵
Ever noticed how kids LOVE singing? This chapter includes the ABC song to make learning letters fun.
👦 Teacher: “Sing the ABC song while tracing letters on your notebook!” 👧 Student: “A, B, C, D… Oh, I’m a superstar now! 🌟”
💡 Pro Tip: Let kids sing the ABC song LOUDLY for capital letters and SOFTLY for small letters! It’s a fun challenge! 🎤
Let’s Speak – Mastering Letter Sounds 🎙️
Understanding sounds is crucial for good pronunciation. This chapter introduces the concept of phonics (matching sounds with letters).
Fun with Letter Sounds 🔠
Children say the letters out loud and find pictures that start with the same sound.
🔡 Example Exercise:
- G (Giraffe 🦒)
- F (Fish 🐟)
- J (Jam 🍓)
- H (Hat 🎩)
👉 Fun Game: Ask kids to bring an object from home that starts with “S” (e.g., spoon, sock) and show it to the class!
Picture Talk – Let’s Observe & Answer 📸
Kids are shown a picture and asked questions about it. This boosts their observation and comprehension skills.
Sample Picture-Based Questions & Answers
👀 Look at the picture! Now, answer these:
- How many children are there in the picture?
🏃♂️ Answer: 28 children! (Whoa, that’s a big party!) - What games are they playing?
🎠 Answer: Swinging, rowing boats, playing hopscotch, and skipping! - Which is your favorite game?
🤾 Answer: (Kids can answer in their own words!) - What are some children doing who are not playing?
👀 Answer: They are watching and enjoying the games!
👉 Fun Activity: Show kids a real photo and ask them similar questions!
Let’s Play – Hopscotch Time! 🏃♀️
This chapter also encourages physical activity by introducing a classic game – hopscotch!
Hop, Jump & Have Fun!
🔢 How to Play?
- Draw a hopscotch grid on the floor with numbers from 1 to 7.
- Take turns hopping and jumping in the boxes.
- If you put your foot outside the box—oops, you’re OUT! ❌
👉 Questions After Playing:
- Did you jump? ✅ Yes!
- Did you hop? ✅ Yes!
- Did you have fun? ✅ Oh, yes!
- Did you count numbers while playing? ✅ Yes, now I’m a math genius! 🔢
💡 Moral of the story? Learning English is not just about sitting with a book—it’s about moving, playing, and having FUN! 🎊
Let’s Write – Filling in the Blanks & Missing Letters 📖
In this section, kids complete words by filling in the blanks and missing letters.
Example Exercise – Complete the Words:
- C__T (Hint: Meow! 🐱)
- D__G (Hint: Woof! 🐶)
- B__L (Hint: Round and bouncy! 🏀)
👉 Fun Challenge: Parents can create a DIY fill-in-the-blank game at home! 🎉
Let’s Think – Mirror Writing Challenge 🔍
Time to test a child’s brainpower with a mirror writing activity!
Try This Fun Challenge:
🪞 Hold your book in front of a mirror. Do the letters look the same?
👉 Answer: No! They look backward! (Whoa, magic! 🔮)
💡 Fun Fact: Leonardo da Vinci used mirror writing in his notebooks! Kids are basically baby geniuses now! 🧠💡
Let’s Read – The Sparrow Family 🐦
A sweet little story about a sparrow family introduces kids to reading and understanding small sentences.
Summary of the Story
- Mama and Papa Sparrow build a cozy nest. 🏡
- Mama lays three eggs. 🥚🥚🥚
- The eggs hatch, and three baby sparrows come out! 🐣
- The babies grow bigger and learn to fly! 🕊️
👉 Fun Question: If you were a baby sparrow, where would you fly? 🚀
Let’s Sing – The Family Song 🎶
🎵 A cute song about family members makes learning fun!
👩👦 Lyrics Sample:
“Mother, mother, will you play with me?
Yes, I shall, yes, I shall, we are a family!”
💡 Sing it with actions – kids can act out roles of different family members while singing!
Let’s Draw – My Family Portrait 🖍️
Time to bring out the crayons! 🖌️ Kids draw their family members, pets, and even their house.
💡 Creative Additions:
- Draw a pet! 🐶
- Add a tree from your garden! 🌳
- Color the clothes of your family members! 👗👔
👉 Bonus Challenge: Ask kids to explain their drawing in simple sentences!
Learning English is FUN! 🎉
Chapter 2, “Greetings,” is more than just words—it’s about expressing kindness, learning through play, and having an absolute blast while learning English! 😍
Key Takeaways:
✔️ Greetings make social interactions easy 🤗
✔️ Singing helps in learning the alphabet 🎤
✔️ Letter sounds improve pronunciation 🔤
✔️ Games make learning fun 🏃♂️
✔️ Stories boost imagination 📖
✔️ Drawing and writing encourage creativity 🎨
Kids can practice greeting their friends, family, and even their toys at home! 🧸 “Good morning, Teddy!”
Who knew English learning could be this much fun?! 🎈
