Science Class 3 - Housing And-Clothing Notes
Comprehensive study notes for Class 3 - Housing And-Clothing olympiad preparation
Housing and Clothing
Welcome to the chapter on Housing and Clothing for Class 3. In this chapter, you will learn about different types of houses people live in, why houses are important, and the clothes we wear in different seasons. By the end of this chapter, you will understand how houses and clothes protect us and keep us comfortable!
Introduction
Houses and clothes are important for everyone. Houses give us shelter and keep us safe. Clothes cover our body and protect us from heat, cold, and rain.
Types of Houses
- Pucca House: Made of bricks, cement, and steel. Strong and lasts long. Found in cities and towns.
- Kutcha House: Made of mud, straw, and wood. Not very strong. Found in villages.
- Stilt House: Built on poles above the ground. Found in places with heavy rain or floods.
- Caravan: A house on wheels. People can move and live anywhere.
- Igloo: Made of ice blocks. Found in very cold places like the Arctic.
Why Do We Need a House?
- To protect us from heat, cold, rain, and wind.
- To keep us safe from wild animals and thieves.
- To give us a place to live with our family.
Keeping Our House Clean
- Sweep and mop the floor every day.
- Throw garbage in the dustbin.
- Keep things in their proper place.
- Let fresh air and sunlight come in.
Clothing
Clothes cover our body and protect us. We wear different clothes in different seasons.
- Summer Clothes: Light and cotton clothes to keep cool.
- Winter Clothes: Woolen clothes like sweaters and jackets to keep warm.
- Rainy Season Clothes: Raincoats, gumboots, and umbrellas to stay dry.
Why Do We Wear Clothes?
- To protect our body from heat, cold, and rain.
- To look neat and smart.
- To keep our body clean.
Fun Activity: Draw Your House and Clothes!
Draw a picture of your house and the clothes you wear in summer, winter, and rainy season. Show it to your family or friends!
Summary
- Houses give us shelter and keep us safe.
- There are different types of houses in different places.
- Clothes protect our body and keep us comfortable in every season.
Practice Questions
- Name two types of houses found in villages.
- Why do we wear woolen clothes in winter?
- How can you keep your house clean?
- What do people wear in the rainy season?
- Why do we need a house?
Challenge Yourself
- Make a chart showing different types of houses and the materials used to build them.
- List three things you do every day to keep your house clean.
Did You Know?
- People in very cold places build igloos from ice blocks!
- Cotton clothes keep us cool in summer because they absorb sweat.
Glossary
- Shelter: A place that protects us.
- Pucca House: A strong house made of bricks and cement.
- Kutcha House: A house made of mud, straw, and wood.
- Clothing: Things we wear to cover our body.
Answers to Practice Questions
- Kutcha house, stilt house (any two).
- To keep our body warm.
- Sweep, mop, throw garbage in dustbin, keep things tidy.
- Raincoat, gumboots, umbrella.
- To protect us and give us a safe place to live.
Houses and clothes keep us safe and comfortable. Take care of your house and wear clean clothes every day!