CBSE Class 2 English Syllabus – Developing Basic Reading and Writing Skills

In this article:

Marigold Class 2 Textbook
Marigold Class 2 Chapters
Raindrops Class 2 Textbook
Raindrops Class 2 Chapters
Frequently Asked Questions

English is a beautiful and important language that opens doors to many opportunities. The CBSE Class 2 English curriculum aims to develop students’ basic writing and conversational skills and cultivate a love for reading. The two English textbooks for Class 2 are Marigold and Raindrops.

In this article:

Marigold Class 2 Textbook
Marigold Class 2 Chapters
Raindrops Class 2 Textbook
Raindrops Class 2 Chapters
Frequently Asked Questions

Marigold Class 2 Textbook

The Marigold textbook has 21 chapters which are divided into 10 units and are interesting, engaging and interactive. The chapters cover a range of topics such as the first day at school, the beauty of nature, manners, and self-expression. In “I’m Lucky,” students learn about gratitude and the importance of being thankful. “A Smile” emphasises the power of kindness and spreading happiness through a smile. “Zoo Manners” teaches appropriate behaviour when visiting the zoo.

Marigold Class 2 Chapters

Unit 1

Chapter 1 First Day at School
Chapter 2 Haldis Adventure
Chapter 3 Paddling-Pool

Unit 2

Chapter 4 I am Lucky
Chapter 5 I Want

Unit 3

Chapter 6 A Smile
Chapter 7 The Wind and the Sun

Unit 4

Chapter 8 Rain
Chapter 9 Storm in the Garden

Unit 5

Chapter 10 Zoo Manners
Chapter 11 Funny Bunny

Unit 6

Chapter 12 Mr. Nobody
Chapter 13 Curlylocks and the Three Bears

Unit 7

Chapter 14 On My Blackboard I can Draw
Chapter 15 Make it Shorter

Unit 8

Chapter 16 I am the Music Man
Chapter 17 The Mumbai Musicians

Unit 9

Chapter 18 Granny Granny Please Comb my Hair
Chapter 19 The Magic Porridge Pot

Unit 10

Chapter 20 Strange Talk
Chapter 21 The Grasshopper and the Ant

Raindrops Class 2 Textbook

Raindrops textbook has 15 chapters that are designed to broaden your knowledge and understanding of the world around students. It includes poems, such as “Action Song” and “Rain in Summer,” as well as chapters on family, work, national symbols, and festivals in India. “My Family” highlights the importance of family and their support. “My Village” introduces students to life in a village and the work done there. “The Festivals of India” offers insight into India’s rich cultural heritage.

Raindrops Class 2 Chapters

Chapter 1: Action Song (Poem)
Chapter 2: Our Day
Chapter 3: My Family
Chapter 4: What’s Going On?
Chapter 5: Mohan, The Potter
Chapter 6: Rain in Summer (Poem)
Chapter 7: My Village
Chapter 8: The Work People Do
Chapter 9: Work (Poem)
Chapter 10: Our National Symbols
Chapter 11: The Festivals of India
Chapter 12: The Monkey and The Elephant
Chapter 13: Going to the Fair
Chapter 14: Colours (Poem)
Chapter 15: Sikkim

Marigold and Raindrops textbooks provide students with engaging and interactive material to develop their English skills. Regular reading and practice will help students become confident speakers of the language. The CBSE Class 2 English curriculum is designed to foster a lifelong love of reading and learning.