NCERT Class 2 English Mridang: Chapter 12 — Little Drops of Water
This chapter, 'Little Drops of Water' from the NCERT Class 2 English Mridang textbook, uses a simple poem to illustrate how small things combine to create something significant. It highlights that little drops of water form the vast ocean, and grains of sand create the land. Similarly, small acts of love, kindness, and warmth spread happiness. The chapter introduces new words like 'mighty', 'pleasant', 'kindness', 'peaceful', and 'ocean'. It also includes activities like 'Let us speak' to encourage students to brainstorm words associated with water and discuss its uses, fostering language development and critical thinking skills relevant to the CBSE curriculum.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 2 |
| Subject | English |
| Book | Mridang |
| Chapter | Chapter 12 — Little Drops of Water |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 127 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the concept that small things can lead to big results.
- Identify and learn new vocabulary related to nature and emotions.
- Participate in discussions about the uses of water.
- Develop creative thinking by associating words with a given theme.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| mighty | having great power or strength |
| pleasant | giving a sense of happy satisfaction or enjoyment |
| kindness | the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate |
| peaceful | free from disturbance; tranquil |
| ocean | a very large expanse of sea |
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Practice questions
- What makes the mighty ocean and the pleasant land? Answer: Little drops of water and little grains of sand.
- What spreads smiles and happiness? Answer: Little words of love, little acts of kindness, and little deeds of warmth.
- Name two new words you learned from the chapter. Answer: Answers may vary, e.g., mighty, pleasant, kindness, peaceful, ocean.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main theme of NCERT Class 2 English Mridang Chapter 1?
The chapter's theme is that small things, like drops of water or acts of kindness, can collectively create something significant and beautiful.
Which new words are introduced in this chapter?
The new words introduced are mighty, pleasant, kindness, peaceful, and ocean.
What activity is suggested for students to discuss water?
Students are encouraged to discuss in class all the words that come to their mind when they think of 'water' and its many uses.
How does the poem 'Little Drops of Water' explain the creation of land?
The poem states that little grains of sand make the pleasant land.
What is the role of 'little words of love' and 'little acts of kindness'?
They spread smiles and happiness.
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NCERT Class 2 English — Mridang — Chapter 12 — Little Drops of Water. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.