Class 1 Evs - KERALA
Food We Eat
The chapter 'Food We Eat' for Class 1 Kerala SCERT EVS introduces young learners to the different types of food we eat every day and why food is essential for living. Students learn about energy-giving, body-building, and protective foods through simple examples like rice, milk, fruits, and vegetables. It emphasizes the importance of eating healthy homemade meals, washing hands before eating, and not wasting food. This foundational chapter matters for board and school evaluations as it builds early awareness of healthy habits, nutrition, and personal hygiene, often tested through picture identification and matching activities.
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Why We Need Food
Food gives us energy to play, study, work, and helps our body grow strong.
Types of Meals
We eat three main meals a day: breakfast in the morning, lunch in the afternoon, and dinner at night.
Healthy Food
Fruits, vegetables, milk, rice, and pulses are good for our health and keep us strong.
Water
Drinking plenty of clean water every day is very important for our body to stay healthy.
Good Eating Habits
We must always wash our hands before eating, chew our food well, and not waste food.
Important Formulas
Board Exam Info
This chapter carries around 5 to 8 marks in Kerala SCERT Class 1 EVS assessments. Common question types include matching meals to the correct time of day, identifying fruits and vegetables from pictures, and answering simple true/false or fill-in-the-blank questions about good eating habits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do we need to eat food?
We need to eat food to get energy for playing and studying, and to help our body grow.
What are the three main meals we eat in a day?
The three main meals are breakfast in the morning, lunch in the afternoon, and dinner at night.
Why should we wash our hands before eating?
We wash our hands to remove dirt and germs so they do not enter our stomach and make us sick.
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