NCERT Class 1 English Mridang: Chapter 1 — Two Little Hands
This chapter from NCERT Class 1 English Mridang, titled 'Two Little Hands', introduces young learners to basic body parts and their actions. Through a simple and engaging poem, children learn about hands that clap, legs that tap, eyes that see, and a head that moves. The poem also highlights the functions of eyes for looking, ears for hearing, a nose for smelling, and a mouth for eating and talking. It emphasizes that these body parts form a 'little body that belongs to me'. The chapter includes sight words like 'one', 'two', and 'to', and new words such as 'hand', 'leg', 'head', 'eye', 'ear', 'nose', and 'mouth'. This chapter aims to build vocabulary and body awareness, making learning enjoyable and aiding in early language development for exams.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 1 |
| Subject | English |
| Book | Mridang |
| Chapter | Chapter 1 — Two Little Hands |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 84 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the main theme of the NCERT Class 1 English chapter 'Two Little Hands'?
The chapter focuses on introducing young children to different body parts and their associated actions through a simple poem and new vocabulary.
Which body parts are mentioned in the poem 'Two Little Hands'?
The poem mentions hands, legs, eyes, head, ears, nose, and mouth.
What are the sight words introduced in this chapter?
The sight words introduced are 'one', 'two', and 'to'.
What new words are taught in the chapter 'Two Little Hands'?
The new words taught are hand, leg, head, eye, ear, nose, and mouth.
What is the purpose of the poem in this chapter?
The poem helps children learn about their body parts, their functions, and build vocabulary in an engaging and rhythmic way.
Which book is this chapter from for Class 1 English?
This chapter is from the NCERT Class 1 English book titled 'Mridang'.
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NCERT Class 1 English — Mridang — Chapter 1 — Two Little Hands. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.