NCERT Class 1 English Mridang: Chapter 7 — The Food we Eat
This chapter, 'Let us read - The Food we Eat' from NCERT Class 1 English Mridang, introduces young learners to various food items. Children describe the food they bring to school, such as gobhi paratha, roti with sabzi, poori with aloo sabzi, idli with chutney, Godok, fruits, and chilla. The chapter also includes a note for teachers, emphasizing the importance of sharing food, expressing gratitude, and discussing the diversity of food in India. It encourages children to talk about what they eat at home and promotes the concept of sharing, especially in the context of a mid-day meal. The text includes sight words and new vocabulary related to food and sharing, helping students build their English language skills. Reading this chapter helps children learn new words, understand different food cultures, and develop social values like sharing and gratitude, which are beneficial for their overall learning and social development.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 1 |
| Subject | English |
| Book | Mridang |
| Chapter | Chapter 7 — The Food we Eat |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 154 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Chapter 2 of the NCERT Class 1 English Mridang book about?
Chapter 2 is titled 'Let us read' and focuses on 'The Food we Eat', introducing various food items and the concept of sharing.
What are some food items mentioned in the chapter?
The chapter mentions gobhi paratha, roti with sabzi, poori with aloo sabzi, idli with chutney, Godok, fruits, and chilla.
What is the main message for teachers in this chapter?
Teachers are encouraged to promote sharing food, express gratitude, discuss food diversity, and talk about mid-day meals.
What sight words are introduced in this chapter?
The sight words introduced are from, for, them, their, they, has, she, have.
What new words are taught in this chapter?
New words include have, thank you, share, lunch, sick, fruits, today, smiling.
What questions are asked to the students?
Students are asked where they sit for lunch at school, how they share food, and if anyone shared food with them when they were hungry.
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NCERT Class 1 English — Mridang — Chapter 7 — The Food we Eat. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.