Class 3 Evs - ODISHA
Food We Eat
The chapter 'Food We Eat' introduces Class 3 students of Odisha to the different types of food that keep us healthy and strong. Students learn about energy-giving food, body-building food, and protective food. The chapter explains the sources of food from plants and animals, healthy eating habits, and the importance of drinking enough water. Understanding these basics is essential for the Odisha Board (BSE) exams as it builds the foundation for health and environmental science concepts tested in primary school assessments.
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Energy-Giving Food
Foods like rice, potato, sugar, and wheat give us energy to work, play, and run around all day.
Body-Building Food
Foods like milk, eggs, pulses, and fish help our bones and muscles grow strong.
Protective Food
Fruits and green vegetables protect us from falling sick and keep our immune system strong.
Plant and Animal Sources
We get fruits, vegetables, and grains from plants, and milk, eggs, and meat from animals.
Healthy Eating Habits
We should wash our hands before eating, chew our food well, and never waste food.
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Board Exam Info
This chapter typically carries around 5 to 8 marks in the Odisha (BSE) Class 3 EVS assessments. Common question types include fill-in-the-blanks, matching plant and animal food sources, listing examples of healthy foods, and short-answer questions on good eating habits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do we need food?
We need food to get energy, grow big and strong, and stay healthy.
What are body-building foods?
Foods that help us grow and make our bones and muscles strong, like milk, fish, and pulses, are called body-building foods.
Where do we get our food from?
We get our food mainly from two sources: plants (fruits, vegetables, grains) and animals (milk, eggs, meat).
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