General Knowledge Class 1 - Earth And-Its-Environment Notes
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Earth and Its Environment
Welcome to the chapter on Earth and Its Environment for Class 1. In this chapter, you will learn about our planet Earth, what makes it special, and how we can take care of our environment. By the end of this chapter, you will know why Earth is important and how you can help keep it clean and green!
Introduction
Earth is our home. It is the only planet where people, animals, and plants can live. The environment is everything around us—air, water, land, plants, and animals.
What Makes Earth Special?
- Earth has air to breathe.
- There is water to drink and use.
- Plants and animals live here.
- The land gives us soil to grow food.
Parts of the Environment
- Air: We breathe air to live.
- Water: We drink water and use it every day.
- Land: We live on land and grow plants.
- Plants: Give us food and oxygen.
- Animals: Live with us on Earth.
How Can We Take Care of the Environment?
- Do not throw garbage on the ground.
- Plant more trees.
- Save water and do not waste it.
- Keep the air clean by not burning waste.
- Take care of plants and animals.
Fun Activity: My Green Earth Drawing
Draw a picture of the Earth with trees, animals, and clean water. Show how you can help keep the Earth clean!
Summary
- Earth is our home and has everything we need to live.
- The environment is made up of air, water, land, plants, and animals.
- We must keep our environment clean and green.
Practice Questions
- Name two things that make Earth special.
- What do plants give us?
- How can you help keep the environment clean?
- Why should we save water?
- What is the environment?
Challenge Yourself
- List three ways you can help the Earth at home or school.
- Plant a seed and take care of it. Watch it grow!
Did You Know?
- Earth is called the "Blue Planet" because of its water.
- Trees help keep the air clean by giving us oxygen.
Glossary
- Environment: Everything around us—air, water, land, plants, and animals.
- Planet: A large round object in space. Earth is a planet.
- Oxygen: A gas in the air that we breathe.
Answers to Practice Questions
- Air and water (any two: air, water, plants, animals, land).
- Food and oxygen.
- By not throwing garbage, planting trees, and saving water.
- So everyone has enough to drink and use.
- Everything around us—air, water, land, plants, and animals.
Love your Earth—keep it clean, green, and beautiful!