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Our Food — Syllabus

ICSE · Class 2 · Science

What Our Food covers in ICSE Class 2 Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Topics include Why We Need Food, Food Groups and Fibre and Water.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 2 Science · 2026-27

Topics in Our Food

1

Why We Need Food

  • Food gives us energy to do work and play.
  • It helps our body to grow and stay healthy.
  • Food protects us from falling sick.
2

Food Groups

  • There are three main food groups: Energy-giving, Body-building, and Protective foods.
  • Energy-giving foods: Rice, wheat, sugar, ghee, butter, oil.
  • Body-building foods: Milk, eggs, fish, chicken, pulses.
3

Fibre and Water

  • Fibre helps remove waste from our body.
  • Foods rich in fibre: Fruits, vegetables, whole grains.
  • Water is very important for our body.
4

Healthy and Junk Food

  • Healthy food keeps us strong and active. Examples: Fruits, vegetables, milk, eggs, fish.
  • Junk food is tasty but not good for health. Examples: Pizza, burger, noodles, wafers, cold drinks.
  • We should eat healthy food and avoid junk food.

Key Concepts

Food gives us energy to playWe get food from plantsFoods are divided into three groupsFibre in fruitsHealthy food like fruits

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Our Food for ICSE Class 2 Science?
Key topics in Our Food include Why We Need Food, Food Groups, Fibre and Water, Healthy and Junk Food. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 2 exams.
How should I revise Our Food for Class 2 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 38 practice questions on Our Food. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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