Class 3 Evs - ODISHA
Making Things
The chapter 'Making Things' introduces Class 3 students to the wonderful world of crafts, construction, and how everyday objects are made around us. Designed for the Odisha (BSE) curriculum, this chapter helps children understand the materials used to make different things, such as clay, paper, cloth, and bamboo. Students learn to appreciate the hard work of local artisans and craftsmen who create useful items from natural resources. This chapter is very important for board exams as it tests observational skills and practical knowledge about our environment and daily life utility items.
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Natural Materials
Materials that we get directly from nature, like wood, clay, stone, and plant fibers, which are used to make various things.
Man-made Materials
Materials created by humans using factories and chemical processes, such as plastic, glass, and synthetic rubber.
Pottery
The art of making pots, toys, and utensils out of wet clay using a potter's wheel and baking them in a kiln.
Weaving
The process of interlacing threads or natural fibers like cotton and jute together to make clothes, baskets, and mats.
Recycling and Reuse
Making new and useful things from waste materials like old paper, plastic bottles, and cardboard boxes to keep our surroundings clean.
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Board Exam Info
This chapter typically carries 5 to 8 marks in the Odisha (BSE) Class 3 EVS examinations. Common question types include matching raw materials to finished products, filling in the blanks about local crafts, short answer questions on things made from clay and bamboo, and identifying natural versus man-made items.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are some things made from clay in our surroundings?
Earthen pots (diyas, pitchers), terracotta toys, and bricks are made from clay.
What is the difference between natural and man-made things?
Natural things are given to us by nature like wood and water, while man-made things are created by people using machines and factories like plastic and steel.
Why is it important to make things from waste?
Making things from waste helps reduce garbage, protects the environment, and teaches us creative ways to reuse old items.
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