General Knowledge Class 5 - Our Body-And-Health Notes
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Our Body and Health
Welcome to the chapter on Our Body and Health for Class 5. In this chapter, you will learn about the different parts of our body, how they work, and how to keep yourself healthy. By the end of this chapter, you will know how to take care of your body and stay fit!
Introduction
Our body is made up of many parts that work together. To stay healthy, we must take care of every part and follow good habits.
Parts of Our Body
- Head: Contains the brain, eyes, ears, nose, and mouth.
- Arms and Hands: Help us lift, hold, and write.
- Legs and Feet: Help us walk, run, and jump.
- Chest: Protects the heart and lungs.
- Stomach: Helps digest food.
Important Organs
- Brain: Controls everything we do.
- Heart: Pumps blood to all parts of the body.
- Lungs: Help us breathe.
- Stomach: Digests food.
- Skin: Covers and protects our body.
How to Keep Healthy
- Eat healthy food like fruits, vegetables, and grains.
- Drink clean water.
- Exercise regularly.
- Sleep well every night.
- Keep your body clean by bathing and washing hands.
- Do not eat junk food often.
Common Health Problems
- Cold and cough
- Fever
- Stomach ache
- Injuries
If you feel sick, tell your parents or teacher and visit a doctor.
Fun Activity: Healthy Habits Chart
Make a chart of healthy habits. Tick each habit you follow every day!
Summary
- Our body has many parts and organs.
- We must eat healthy food, exercise, and keep clean to stay healthy.
- If we feel sick, we should get help from an adult or doctor.
Practice Questions
- Name three important organs in our body.
- Why should we wash our hands before eating?
- What does the heart do?
- List two healthy foods you eat every day.
- What should you do if you feel sick?
Challenge Yourself
- Draw and label the parts of the human body.
- Write five sentences about how you keep yourself healthy.
Did You Know?
- Your heart beats about 100,000 times every day!
- The skin is the largest organ in your body.
Glossary
- Organ: A part of the body that does a special job.
- Healthy: Feeling well and strong.
- Exercise: Activities that make our body strong.
Answers to Practice Questions
- Brain, heart, lungs (any three).
- To keep germs away and stay healthy.
- It pumps blood to all parts of the body.
- (Any two: fruits, vegetables, grains, milk, etc.)
- Tell an adult and visit a doctor.
Take care of your body and health every day to stay strong and happy!