Class 3 Hindi - KERALA
Bio: Pedon Ki Amma Thimakka
This chapter tells the inspiring true story of Saalumarada Thimakka, affectionately known as 'Pedon Ki Amma' (Mother of Trees). Students in Class 3 Kerala SCERT will learn how Thimakka and her husband planted and nurtured 385 banyan trees along a four-kilometer stretch of highway between Hulikal and Kudur in Karnataka. The chapter highlights the importance of planting trees, protecting nature, and showing love and care for plants as if they are our own children. It teaches young learners valuable lessons about environmental conservation, kindness, and how small actions by one person can make a huge difference for our planet.
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Saalumarada Thimakka
A great environmentalist from Karnataka who planted hundreds of banyan trees and is known as 'Pedon Ki Amma'.
Importance of Trees
Trees give us fresh air to breathe, shade, fruits, and are homes for birds and animals.
Planting and Nurturing
Just planting a sapling is not enough; we must water it, protect it from animals, and care for it until it grows big.
Nature Conservation
Protecting forests and trees is our duty to keep the Earth green and healthy.
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Board Exam Info
In Kerala (SCERT) Class 3 EVS examinations, this chapter typically carries around 5 to 8 marks. Common question types include short answer questions about Thimakka's work, fill-in-the-blanks, matching tree benefits, and drawing or writing sentences on why we should plant trees.
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Why is Thimakka called Pedon Ki Amma?
She is called Pedon Ki Amma (Mother of Trees) because she loved and cared for 385 banyan trees like her own children.
Where did Thimakka plant the banyan trees?
She planted the banyan trees along a four-kilometer stretch of road between Hulikal and Kudur in Karnataka.
What can we learn from Thimakka's story?
We learn that we should plant trees, protect nature, and take care of the environment around us.
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