Chapter 1: Family and Friends

EVS • Class 3

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Chapter Analysis

Beginner18 pages • English

Quick Summary

The chapter 'Family and Friends' for Class 3 EVS introduces the concept of family and the different relationships within it. It emphasizes the importance of mutual support, care, and the joy of living together. The chapter also explores how family members and friends contribute to a child's learning through everyday activities and examples. It discusses various family types and encourages love and care for animals as part of the family dynamics.

Key Topics

  • Family types and members
  • Role of family in child development
  • Importance of caring for pets
  • Sharing responsibilities in a family
  • Influence of community and neighbours
  • Importance of festivals and shared activities

Learning Objectives

  • Identify and describe family members and their roles.
  • Understand the importance of love and care in a family setting.
  • Learn the value of nurturing animals as part of the family.
  • Recognize different types of families and their dynamics.
  • Foster a sense of responsibility by participating in family activities.

Questions in Chapter

Who are the members in Bela’s family?

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What do you and your family members do when it rains?

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Can you think of a rain song and sing it with your friends in the class?

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Would you call Bela’s family a big or a small family?

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What games do you play with elders and other members of your family?

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Which animals come to your home or your neighbourhood?

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Have you ever shared food with the animals who come to your home? Share your experience.

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Why do you think we should not hurt or tease animals?

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How do family members show their love and care for each other?

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What games do you play with your friends?

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Additional Practice Questions

What are the roles of different family members in a typical household?

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Answer: In a typical household, family members have various roles such as cooking, cleaning, and looking after children, maintaining gardens, and caring for pets.

Why is it important to include pets in family activities?

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Answer: Including pets in family activities helps build a loving bond, provides exercise and mental stimulation for the pets, and teaches family members responsibility and empathy.

How can children contribute to household chores?

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Answer: Children can contribute to household chores by helping with cleaning, gardening, setting the table, or feeding pets. This helps them learn responsibility and teamwork.

Discuss how festivals bring family members closer.

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Answer: Festivals provide an opportunity for family members to spend quality time together, share meals, partake in cultural rituals, and create lasting memories through collective experiences.

What values can children learn from elder family members?

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Answer: Children can learn important values such as respect, patience, wisdom, and cultural traditions from elder family members, gained through their vast life experiences.