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The ??y said, “Dear tree, do 
you know my name?”
The tree said, “I don’t 
know. You may ask the 
cow sleeping in my shade.”
Let us read
Sight words
his | do you | it | my |
one |when | about |
The ant said, “I don’t know.
You may ask the tree I climb.”
He had forgotten his name.
He asked an ant, “Ant, do you
know my name?”
Once there was a little ??y. One day, 
he could not remember his name! 
He tried and tried to remember it, 
but it was no of use.
Chapter 2
My Name
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60
Mridang
61
Mridang
The ??y said, “Dear tree, do 
you know my name?”
The tree said, “I don’t 
know. You may ask the 
cow sleeping in my shade.”
Let us read
Sight words
his | do you | it | my |
one |when | about |
The ant said, “I don’t know.
You may ask the tree I climb.”
He had forgotten his name.
He asked an ant, “Ant, do you
know my name?”
Once there was a little ??y. One day, 
he could not remember his name! 
He tried and tried to remember it, 
but it was no of use.
Chapter 2
My Name
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Mridang
63
Mridang
The ??y asked a leaf fallen on 
the grass, “Dear leaf, do you 
know my name?”
The leaf was about to 
answer, when the wind 
blew.
The leaf began to ??y.
Seeing this, the ??y 
remembered his name!
“My name is Fly! My name 
is Fly!” he said happily.
New words
little | ant| shade | dear | grass | wind | remembered
The ??y went near the cow and 
asked, “Dear cow, do you know 
my name?”
The cow said, “I don’t know. You 
may ask the grass I eat.”
The ??y went to the grass and asked, 
“Dear grass, do you know my name?”
The grass said, “I don’t know. You may 
ask the leaves fallen on me.”
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60
Mridang
61
Mridang
The ??y said, “Dear tree, do 
you know my name?”
The tree said, “I don’t 
know. You may ask the 
cow sleeping in my shade.”
Let us read
Sight words
his | do you | it | my |
one |when | about |
The ant said, “I don’t know.
You may ask the tree I climb.”
He had forgotten his name.
He asked an ant, “Ant, do you
know my name?”
Once there was a little ??y. One day, 
he could not remember his name! 
He tried and tried to remember it, 
but it was no of use.
Chapter 2
My Name
Chapter 4.indd   61 12-01-2024   08:59:52
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62
Mridang
63
Mridang
The ??y asked a leaf fallen on 
the grass, “Dear leaf, do you 
know my name?”
The leaf was about to 
answer, when the wind 
blew.
The leaf began to ??y.
Seeing this, the ??y 
remembered his name!
“My name is Fly! My name 
is Fly!” he said happily.
New words
little | ant| shade | dear | grass | wind | remembered
The ??y went near the cow and 
asked, “Dear cow, do you know 
my name?”
The cow said, “I don’t know. You 
may ask the grass I eat.”
The ??y went to the grass and asked, 
“Dear grass, do you know my name?”
The grass said, “I don’t know. You may 
ask the leaves fallen on me.”
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Mridang
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1. How did the ??y ??nd his name?
2. If you forget your name, whom would you ask?
Let us speak
Note to the teacher
• Ensure that each child answers the questions.
• Help children ??nd the meanings of their names, as it is related 
to  their identity.
New words
little | ant | shade | dear | grass | 
wind | remembered |
Sight words
his | do you | it | my | one | when | about |
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60
Mridang
61
Mridang
The ??y said, “Dear tree, do 
you know my name?”
The tree said, “I don’t 
know. You may ask the 
cow sleeping in my shade.”
Let us read
Sight words
his | do you | it | my |
one |when | about |
The ant said, “I don’t know.
You may ask the tree I climb.”
He had forgotten his name.
He asked an ant, “Ant, do you
know my name?”
Once there was a little ??y. One day, 
he could not remember his name! 
He tried and tried to remember it, 
but it was no of use.
Chapter 2
My Name
Chapter 4.indd   61 12-01-2024   08:59:52
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62
Mridang
63
Mridang
The ??y asked a leaf fallen on 
the grass, “Dear leaf, do you 
know my name?”
The leaf was about to 
answer, when the wind 
blew.
The leaf began to ??y.
Seeing this, the ??y 
remembered his name!
“My name is Fly! My name 
is Fly!” he said happily.
New words
little | ant| shade | dear | grass | wind | remembered
The ??y went near the cow and 
asked, “Dear cow, do you know 
my name?”
The cow said, “I don’t know. You 
may ask the grass I eat.”
The ??y went to the grass and asked, 
“Dear grass, do you know my name?”
The grass said, “I don’t know. You may 
ask the leaves fallen on me.”
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62
Mridang
63
Mridang
1. How did the ??y ??nd his name?
2. If you forget your name, whom would you ask?
Let us speak
Note to the teacher
• Ensure that each child answers the questions.
• Help children ??nd the meanings of their names, as it is related 
to  their identity.
New words
little | ant | shade | dear | grass | 
wind | remembered |
Sight words
his | do you | it | my | one | when | about |
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B. Can you make the following sounds?
• caw like a crow
• chirp like a sparrow
• roar like a lion
• meow like a cat
• buzz like a bee
• quack like a duck
Let us listen
A. Your teacher will take you to the school garden/ground/
classroom. Sit down under a tree. Close your eyes. Sit 
quietly and listen. What do you hear? Can you recog-
nise the sounds? Discuss with your teacher and your 
classmates.
Note to the teacher
• For Activity A, ensure that the children sit on clean surface, 
quietly. Let them  listen to sounds they hear; it can be of animals, 
birds, leaves, insects, breeze, vehicles or by people.
• For Activity B, say each phrase given above with action, for 
children to respond.
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60
Mridang
61
Mridang
The ??y said, “Dear tree, do 
you know my name?”
The tree said, “I don’t 
know. You may ask the 
cow sleeping in my shade.”
Let us read
Sight words
his | do you | it | my |
one |when | about |
The ant said, “I don’t know.
You may ask the tree I climb.”
He had forgotten his name.
He asked an ant, “Ant, do you
know my name?”
Once there was a little ??y. One day, 
he could not remember his name! 
He tried and tried to remember it, 
but it was no of use.
Chapter 2
My Name
Chapter 4.indd   61 12-01-2024   08:59:52
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62
Mridang
63
Mridang
The ??y asked a leaf fallen on 
the grass, “Dear leaf, do you 
know my name?”
The leaf was about to 
answer, when the wind 
blew.
The leaf began to ??y.
Seeing this, the ??y 
remembered his name!
“My name is Fly! My name 
is Fly!” he said happily.
New words
little | ant| shade | dear | grass | wind | remembered
The ??y went near the cow and 
asked, “Dear cow, do you know 
my name?”
The cow said, “I don’t know. You 
may ask the grass I eat.”
The ??y went to the grass and asked, 
“Dear grass, do you know my name?”
The grass said, “I don’t know. You may 
ask the leaves fallen on me.”
Chapter 4.indd   62 Chapter 4.indd   62 18-05-2023   14:29:06 18-05-2023   14:29:06
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Mridang
63
Mridang
1. How did the ??y ??nd his name?
2. If you forget your name, whom would you ask?
Let us speak
Note to the teacher
• Ensure that each child answers the questions.
• Help children ??nd the meanings of their names, as it is related 
to  their identity.
New words
little | ant | shade | dear | grass | 
wind | remembered |
Sight words
his | do you | it | my | one | when | about |
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Mridang
B. Can you make the following sounds?
• caw like a crow
• chirp like a sparrow
• roar like a lion
• meow like a cat
• buzz like a bee
• quack like a duck
Let us listen
A. Your teacher will take you to the school garden/ground/
classroom. Sit down under a tree. Close your eyes. Sit 
quietly and listen. What do you hear? Can you recog-
nise the sounds? Discuss with your teacher and your 
classmates.
Note to the teacher
• For Activity A, ensure that the children sit on clean surface, 
quietly. Let them  listen to sounds they hear; it can be of animals, 
birds, leaves, insects, breeze, vehicles or by people.
• For Activity B, say each phrase given above with action, for 
children to respond.
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1. The ant said, “I don’t know. You may ask the 
_____________ I climb.”  
2.  The tree said, “I don’t know. You may ask the 
_____________ sleeping in my shade.” 
3.  The cow said, “I don’t know. You may ask the 
_____________ I eat.” 
4. The grass said, “I don’t know. You may ask the 
_____________ fallen on me.” 
5. Seeing the leaf _____________, the ??y remembered his 
name.
Let us write
A. Answer the following questions.
 1. Who forgot his name?
  The ____________________ forgot his name.
 2. What is your name? 
  _______________________________________________
 3. When the ??y forgot his name, who all did the ??y ask? 
  ____________________________________________________
B. Complete the following sentences with suitable words 
from the help box.
Help box
leaf tree grass cow ??y
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FAQs on NCERT Textbook: My Name

1. What does "My Name" chapter teach us about names and their importance?
Ans. The chapter explores how names define our identity and connect us to our family and culture. Students learn that names carry meaning, history, and personal significance. Through simple stories and activities, the chapter helps Class 2 learners understand why their names matter and how names reflect who we are in society.
2. How should I explain to my child what makes their name special and unique?
Ans. Names are special because they belong only to each person and connect them to their family's heritage. Parents can explain that names are given with love and often have meanings related to qualities, ancestors, or important people. Discussing the story behind a child's name-why parents chose it-helps them feel valued and understand their personal identity better.
3. What activities help Class 2 students learn about names and self-identity?
Ans. Interactive activities include writing their own name, learning to spell it correctly, sharing the meaning of their name, and comparing how different names sound. Drawing self-portraits with their name, creating name cards, and discussing family naming traditions strengthen recognition skills. Refer to flashcards and mind maps on EduRev for engaging visual activities designed for primary learners.
4. What should my child know about different types of names across cultures and regions?
Ans. Different cultures have distinct naming traditions-some names honour ancestors, others describe qualities or places, and some follow religious customs. In India, names vary across states, religions, and communities. The NCERT Class 2 curriculum introduces this diversity simply, helping students appreciate that names reflect people's backgrounds, beliefs, and regional heritage.
5. How can I help my child write and pronounce their own name correctly for Class 2 exams?
Ans. Begin by writing the name slowly and having your child trace each letter repeatedly. Break the name into syllables for easier pronunciation practice. Use worksheets and visual learning resources available on EduRev-including alphabet practice sheets and name-writing exercises-to build confidence in both spelling and speaking their name clearly for assessments.
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