Chapter 5: The Frog
Chapter Introduction
“The Frog” is a fun and lively poem about the life of a frog. The frog tells us about where it lives, how it moves, how it catches food, and how it protects itself from danger. The poem helps us understand that frogs can live both on land and in water. It also describes the frog’s life in a joyful and interesting way.
Detailed Notes (Explanation)
This poem is about a frog and its daily life.
The frog says it likes to sit in ponds and in the rain. Sometimes it hops around in muddy places. When it was a baby, it was called a tadpole. As a tadpole, it looked like a tiny fish and swam in water.
The frog catches its food by quickly flicking out its tongue. It eats insects like mosquitoes. Its tongue moves very fast.
The frog can live both on land and in water. Places that are wet and damp are perfect for it. It has webbed feet that help it swim easily in water. On land, it moves by hopping and jumping high.
The frog’s body colour matches the plants and trees around it. This helps it hide from enemies. But it must be careful because snakes may try to catch it.
The frog croaks loudly and feels proud in its pond. It enjoys jumping high and swimming freely.
Life Cycle Mentioned in the Poem:
- Egg
- Tadpole (fish-like stage)
- Adult frog
Message of the Poem:
- Every animal has special features that help it survive.
- Nature is full of interesting creatures.
- Frogs are important parts of our environment.
Word Meanings
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Hop | To jump lightly |
| Muddy | Full of mud |
| Flick | To move quickly |
| Damp | Slightly wet |
| Dew | Tiny drops of water seen in the morning |
| Beware | Be careful |
| Croak | The sound made by a frog |
| Webbed | Having skin between toes for swimming |
Question & Answers
Q1. Where does the frog like to spend time?
Answer: The frog likes to sit in ponds and in the rain.
Q2. How does the frog catch its food?
Answer: It catches its food by flicking its tongue quickly.
Q3. How does the frog move in water and on land?
Answer: In water, it swims using its webbed feet. On land, it hops and jumps.
Q4. What helps the frog hide?
Answer: Its body colour matches the plants and trees.
Q5. What is a baby frog called?
Answer: A baby frog is called a tadpole.
Q6. Why must the frog beware?
Answer: Because snakes may catch it.
Q7. What sound does a frog make?
Answer: A frog makes a croaking sound.
Q8. What special feature helps frogs swim easily?
Answer: Their webbed feet help them swim easily.