Class 3 Evs - GUJARAT
Making Things
The chapter 'Making Things' in Class 3 EVS for Gujarat (GSEB) introduces young students to the fascinating process of how everyday objects and handicrafts are created. Students learn about different materials used to make things, such as clay, wood, cloth, and metal, and the role of various community helpers like potters, carpenters, and weavers in making our lives easier. This chapter is very important for board exams as it builds basic observational skills about our surroundings, helps children appreciate the hard work behind manufacturing items, and frequently features in short-answer and matching questions in school tests.
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Raw Materials
Basic natural or man-made substances like clay, wood, and cotton that are used to make finished things.
Pottery
The art of making pots, diyas, and other vessels using wet clay on a potter's wheel and baking them.
Weaving
The process of interlacing threads or yarn together using a loom to make cloth and garments.
Carpentry
The skill of shaping wood into useful items like chairs, tables, and doors using tools like saws and hammers.
Recycling and Reuse
Making new and useful things out of waste materials like old paper, plastic bottles, and cardboard boxes.
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Board Exam Info
This chapter typically carries around 5 to 8 marks in the Gujarat (GSEB) Class 3 EVS examinations. Common question types include 'Match the following' (pairing helpers with their products), fill in the blanks, and short answers asking who makes specific items like clothes or furniture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who makes our clothes?
A weaver makes cloth using threads, and a tailor stitches the cloth to make our clothes.
What materials does a potter use?
A potter uses wet clay, water, and a potter's wheel to make pots and toys.
How can we make things from waste?
We can make pen stands, toy cars, and decorative items using old plastic bottles, newspapers, and cardboard boxes.
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