Class 2 Evs - KERALA
Food We Eat
The chapter 'Food We Eat' introduces Class 2 students of the Kerala SCERT curriculum to the different types of food required for health, growth, and energy. Students learn about energy-giving foods like rice and tapioca, body-building foods like fish and milk, and protective foods like fresh fruits and green leafy vegetables. The chapter emphasizes the importance of eating a balanced diet, drinking plenty of water, and practicing good eating habits such as washing hands before meals. This topic is vital for board exams as it builds the foundation for health science, helping students answer identification, matching, and short-answer questions.
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Energy-Giving Foods
Foods like rice, wheat, and tubers that give our body the energy to work, play, and run.
Body-Building Foods
Foods like milk, eggs, fish, and pulses that help our bones and muscles grow strong.
Protective Foods
Fruits and green leafy vegetables that keep us healthy and protect us from falling sick easily.
Good Eating Habits
Healthy practices like washing hands before eating, chewing food well, and not wasting food.
Water and Health
Drinking enough clean water every day is very important for our body to function properly.
Important Formulas
Board Exam Info
In the Kerala (SCERT) Class 2 EVS examinations, this chapter typically carries around 5 to 8 marks. Common question types include matching food items to their correct groups, fill-in-the-blanks about good eating habits, and identifying pictures of healthy foods.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do we need food?
We need food to get energy to work and play, to grow big and strong, and to stay healthy.
What are protective foods?
Protective foods are fruits and vegetables that protect our body from diseases and keep us healthy.
Why should we wash our hands before eating?
We must wash our hands to remove germs and dirt so they do not enter our stomach and make us sick.
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