Our House Chapter Notes | Let's Look Around & Learn 2: Solutions, Notes & Worksheets - Class 2 PDF Download

Introduction

• Houses are essential for our safety and well-being.
• They protect us from heat, cold, rain, wild animals, and thieves.

Types of Houses

There are two main types of houses: kutcha and pucca.

• Kutcha houses are found in villages and are made of bamboo, mud, leaves, straw, etc.
• Pucca houses are in cities and constructed with materials like wood, bricks, cement, and steel.

Varieties of Pucca Houses

Pucca houses come in different types:

• Bungalow
• Single-storeyed
• Double-storeyed
• Multi-storeyed
• Skyscraper

Features of a House

An ideal house should have various rooms, including a bedroom, living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom, and toilet.

Cleanliness and Maintenance

• It's crucial to keep our houses clean.
• Daily tasks like sweeping and mopping with phenyl help maintain cleanliness.
• Opening windows in the morning allows sunlight to make rooms germ-free.

Specialized Houses

• Igloo: Houses made of snow, used by Eskimos.
• Caravan: Houses on wheels, often used by travelers in deserts.
• Tents: Canvas houses found in forests.
• Houseboat: Seen on lakes, with houseboats being prominent in Kashmir, India, and called 'Sampans' in China.

Interesting Facts

• In some houses, bathrooms and toilets are combined.
• Some living rooms serve as dining spaces for meals.

Conclusion

• Houses play a vital role in providing shelter and safety.
• Different types of houses cater to various needs and environments.
• Keeping our homes clean is essential for a healthy living environment.

Key Learnings

• Houses protect from external elements and provide safety.
• There are kutcha and pucca houses with different materials and designs.
• Ideal houses have specific rooms for different purposes.
• Cleanliness is crucial for a healthy living environment.
• Various unique houses exist, such as igloos, caravans, tents, and houseboats.