General Knowledge Class 3 - Me And-My-Surroundings Notes
Comprehensive study notes for Class 3 - Me And-My-Surroundings olympiad preparation
Me and My Surroundings
Welcome to the chapter on Me and My Surroundings for Class 3. In this chapter, you will learn about yourself, your family, your home, and the places around you. By the end of this chapter, you will be able to talk about your surroundings and how to keep them clean and safe!
Introduction
Our surroundings include everything around us—our home, school, neighborhood, and the people we meet every day. Knowing about our surroundings helps us stay safe and happy.
Myself
- Your name, age, and class.
- Things you like to do.
- Your favorite food, color, and hobby.
My Family
- Family members: mother, father, brother, sister, grandparents.
- How your family helps and cares for you.
- Fun activities with your family.
My Home
- Rooms in your house: bedroom, kitchen, living room, bathroom.
- Things you do at home.
- How to keep your home clean and tidy.
My Neighborhood
- Places near your home: park, market, school, hospital.
- People in your neighborhood: friends, neighbors, shopkeepers.
- How to be a good neighbor.
Keeping Surroundings Clean and Safe
- Throw waste in dustbins.
- Do not litter in parks or streets.
- Help keep your school and home clean.
- Be polite and helpful to others.
Fun Activity: My Surroundings Drawing
Draw a picture of your home and the places around it. Show your family, friends, and favorite places!
Summary
- Our surroundings include our home, family, and neighborhood.
- We should keep our surroundings clean and safe.
- Knowing about our surroundings helps us live happily.
Practice Questions
- Name two places in your neighborhood.
- Who are the members of your family?
- How can you keep your home clean?
- Why should we not litter in parks?
- What do you like most about your surroundings?
Challenge Yourself
- Make a list of five things you see in your surroundings every day.
- Write two ways you help your family at home.
Did You Know?
- Clean surroundings help us stay healthy and happy!
- We can make new friends in our neighborhood by being kind and helpful.
Glossary
- Surroundings: Everything around us.
- Neighborhood: The area near our home.
- Litter: Waste or trash thrown in the wrong place.
Answers to Practice Questions
- Park, market (any two: school, hospital, shop, etc.).
- Mother, father, brother, sister, grandparents (any family members).
- By cleaning rooms, throwing waste in dustbins, and helping family members.
- Because litter makes parks dirty and unhealthy.
- (Student’s own answer, e.g., playing with friends, visiting the park.)
Take care of your surroundings and enjoy learning about the world around you!