Class 1 Evs - TAMILNADU
Food We Eat
The chapter 'Food We Eat' in Class 1 EVS introduces young learners to the different types of food we need to grow strong and healthy. Students learn about the three main meals of the day: breakfast in the morning, lunch in the afternoon, and dinner at night. The chapter highlights the importance of eating healthy food like fruits, vegetables, pulses, and milk, while avoiding junk food. It also teaches good food habits, such as washing hands before eating, chewing food well, and not wasting food. This foundational chapter is very important for the Tamil Nadu Samacheer Kalvi board exams as it helps build early awareness of nutrition and hygiene.
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Energy-Giving Food
Foods like rice, wheat, and potatoes give us energy to run, play, and study all day long.
Body-Building Food
Foods like milk, eggs, pulses, and fish help our bones and muscles grow strong.
Protective Food
Fresh fruits and green vegetables protect our body from falling sick and keep us healthy.
Meals of the Day
We eat three main meals: breakfast in the morning, lunch in the afternoon, and dinner at night.
Good Eating Habits
We must always wash our hands before eating, chew food properly, and never waste food.
Important Formulas
Board Exam Info
In Tamil Nadu (Samacheer Kalvi) Class 1 EVS exams, this chapter typically carries about 5 to 10 marks. Common question types include matching meals to the correct time of day, identifying healthy versus junk food from pictures, filling in the blanks about food habits, and true/false statements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do we need to eat food?
We need to eat food to get energy, grow strong, and stay healthy.
What are the three main meals we eat every day?
The three main meals are breakfast in the morning, lunch in the afternoon, and dinner at night.
Why is junk food bad for us?
Junk food like chips and candy does not help our body grow and can make us sick if we eat too much of it.
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