Annual Academic Calendar for Grade 2 Science (India - CBSE Aligned)
This curriculum introduces fundamental scientific concepts through observation, exploration, and hands-on learning.
April – Introduction to Science and Observation Skills
- Theme: Exploring the World Around Us
- Concepts:
- What is science?
- Using the five senses to observe
- Asking questions and making observations
- Activities:
- Nature walk to observe surroundings
- Sorting objects based on physical properties
- "I Spy" game using the five senses
- Assessment: Oral questions and observation journal
May – Living and Non-Living Things
- Theme: What is Alive?
- Concepts:
- Characteristics of living things (grow, move, need food)
- Differences between living and non-living things
- Basic needs of living things (air, water, food)
- Activities:
- Sorting objects as living or non-living
- Growing a small plant and observing changes
- Group discussions on animal behaviors
- Assessment: Worksheet on living vs. non-living things
June – Plants and Their Parts
- Theme: Our Green Friends
- Concepts:
- Parts of a plant and their functions (root, stem, leaves, flowers)
- Types of plants (trees, shrubs, herbs)
- What plants need to grow
- Activities:
- Drawing and labeling plant parts
- Growing seeds in cotton
- Leaf printing and art activities
- Assessment: Labeling plant parts and their functions
July – Animals and Their Habitats
- Theme: Where Animals Live
- Concepts:
- Classification of animals (wild, domestic, pet)
- Homes of animals (nest, burrow, den)
- What animals eat (herbivores, carnivores, omnivores)
- Activities:
- Matching animals to their habitats
- Observing animal behaviors through videos
- Grouping animals based on food habits
- Assessment: Matching activities and short quizzes
August – Human Body and Its Functions
- Theme: Our Amazing Body
- Concepts:
- Major parts of the body and their functions
- Five senses and their importance
- Importance of good hygiene
- Activities:
- Sensory exploration games
- Hygiene poster-making
- Healthy habits role play
- Assessment: Identifying body parts and their functions
September – Food and Nutrition
- Theme: Eating Right
- Concepts:
- Importance of a balanced diet
- Different food groups (proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins)
- Healthy eating habits
- Activities:
- Making a healthy meal plate
- Food sorting games
- Cooking a healthy snack
- Assessment: Identifying food groups in daily meals
October – Air, Water, and Weather
- Theme: Our Natural Resources
- Concepts:
- Importance of air and water for life
- Properties of air and water
- Weather changes and seasons
- Activities:
- Simple water experiments (floating/sinking)
- Observing daily weather changes
- Storytelling on the water cycle
- Assessment: Weather observation chart
November – Light, Sound, and Energy
- Theme: Exploring Light and Sound
- Concepts:
- Sources of light and sound
- Shadows and reflections
- Loud and soft sounds
- Activities:
- Shadow play experiments
- Identifying different sounds in nature
- Mirror reflections activity
- Assessment: Worksheets on light and sound sources
December – Safety and First Aid
- Theme: Staying Safe
- Concepts:
- Safety at home, school, and on the road
- Basic first aid for cuts and bruises
- Emergency contact information
- Activities:
- Role-playing safety scenarios
- First aid kit exploration
- Traffic safety simulation
- Assessment: Identifying safety rules and procedures
January – Earth and Its Resources
- Theme: Our Planet and Its Gifts
- Concepts:
- Land, water, and air as natural resources
- Ways to save the environment
- Recycling and reusing
- Activities:
- Crafting with recycled materials
- Discussion on how to save water
- Nature walk to observe natural resources
- Assessment: Recycling project and quiz
February – Our Environment
- Theme: Caring for Nature
- Concepts:
- Pollution and its effects
- How to reduce pollution
- Protecting plants and animals
- Activities:
- Making posters on saving the environment
- Group discussions on pollution
- Planting trees in the school garden
- Assessment: Pollution identification worksheet
March – Revision and Year-End Review
- Theme: Consolidating Knowledge
- Concepts:
- Review of key topics covered during the year
- Activities:
- Science quiz and games
- Fun worksheets and hands-on activities
- Group presentations
- Assessment: Final comprehensive test
Additional Learning Throughout the Year:
- Hands-on Science: Encouraging exploration through simple experiments.
- Educational Field Trips: Visits to botanical gardens, zoos, or science museums.
- Storytelling and Songs: Engaging children through stories related to science.
- Assessments:
- Monthly quizzes
- Hands-on project evaluations
- Mid-term and final exams