Science Class 3 - Transport And-Communication Notes
Comprehensive study notes for Class 3 - Transport And-Communication olympiad preparation
Transport and Communication
Welcome to the chapter on Transport and Communication for Class 3. In this chapter, you will learn about different ways people travel from one place to another and how we share messages and information. By the end of this chapter, you will know the importance of transport and communication in our daily lives!
Introduction
Transport helps us move people and goods from one place to another. Communication helps us share ideas, news, and feelings with others. Both are important for our life and work.
Types of Transport
- Land Transport: Cars, buses, trains, bicycles, scooters.
- Water Transport: Boats, ships, ferries.
- Air Transport: Aeroplanes, helicopters.
Why is Transport Important?
- Helps us travel to school, work, and other places.
- Brings food and goods to shops and homes.
- Connects cities, states, and countries.
Types of Communication
- Old Ways: Letters, postcards, telegrams.
- Modern Ways: Telephones, mobile phones, emails, video calls.
- Mass Communication: Television, radio, newspapers, internet.
Why is Communication Important?
- Helps us talk to friends and family.
- Shares news and information quickly.
- Helps us learn new things from around the world.
Fun Activity: Draw and Match!
Draw a picture of your favorite vehicle and a way you communicate with your friends. Match the vehicle to its type (land, water, air).
Summary
- Transport moves people and goods.
- Communication shares messages and information.
- Both help us connect with the world.
Practice Questions
- Name two land transport vehicles.
- How do ships help us?
- What is a modern way to talk to someone far away?
- Name two ways to send messages quickly.
- Why do we need transport?
Challenge Yourself
- List three ways you communicate with your friends and family.
- Draw and label three types of transport.
Did You Know?
- The first aeroplane flew in 1903!
- The internet connects millions of people every day.
Glossary
- Transport: Moving people or things from one place to another.
- Communication: Sharing messages, ideas, or information.
- Vehicle: Something used for transport (car, bus, ship, aeroplane).
- Internet: A network that connects computers and people worldwide.
Answers to Practice Questions
- Car, bus (any two land vehicles).
- Ships carry people and goods across water.
- Mobile phone, video call, email.
- Telephone, email, mobile phone, internet (any two).
- To travel and move things from one place to another.
Transport and communication make our world smaller and help us stay connected!