Class 3 Evs - GUJARAT
Food We Eat
The chapter 'Food We Eat' in Class 3 EVS introduces students to the different types of food we eat and why our body needs them. Young learners explore sources of food from plants and animals, the importance of eating healthy meals every day, and good eating habits. Students learn about energy-giving, body-building, and protective foods in an easy-to-understand way. Understanding this chapter is important for board exams as it builds foundational knowledge about health, nutrition, and daily habits, which frequently appear in multiple-choice questions, fill-in-the-blanks, and short-answer questions in Gujarat (GSEB) assessments.
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Sources of Food
We get our food mainly from two sources: plants (like fruits, vegetables, and grains) and animals (like milk, eggs, and meat).
Energy-Giving Food
Foods like rice, wheat, and potatoes give us energy to work, play, and run around all day.
Body-Building Food
Foods like milk, pulses, beans, and eggs help our bones and muscles grow strong.
Protective Food
Fruits and green vegetables protect our body from falling sick and keep us healthy.
Good Eating Habits
We must always wash our hands before eating, chew our food well, and never waste food.
Important Formulas
Board Exam Info
This chapter typically carries around 4 to 6 marks in the Gujarat (GSEB) Class 3 EVS assessments. Common question types include matching plant and animal food sources, classifying food items into energy-giving or protective categories, fill-in-the-blanks about meals in a day, and short descriptive questions on good eating habits.
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 keep our body healthy.
What are the main meals of the day?
The three main meals are breakfast in the morning, lunch in the afternoon, and dinner at night.
What kind of food should we avoid eating?
We should avoid eating uncovered food from the roadside and too much junk food, as they can make us sick.
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