Overview: The Animal World - EVS for Grade 2 The "Animal World" chapter in Environmental Studies (EVS) for Grade 2 introduces children to the fascinating diversity of animals and their unique characteristics. This chapter fosters curiosity and builds foundational knowledge about the animal kingdom through engaging explanations and illustrations. Highlights of the Chapter: Animal Categories : Introduces students to various types of animals: birds, mammals, reptiles, aquatic animals, and amphibians. Highlights how animals differ in their way of movement (walking, flying, swimming, or crawling). Animal Food Habits : Explains what different animals eat: plants, other animals, or both. Examples include herbivores like cows, carnivores like lions, and omnivores like bears. Animal Growth and Life Cycle : Covers how animals grow and develop. Illustrates the life cycle of a butterfly: egg, caterpillar, pupa, and butterfly. Animal Homes : Describes the different kinds of homes animals ...