Science Class 4 - Human Needs Notes

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Human Needs

Welcome to the chapter on Human Needs for Class 4. In this chapter, you will learn about the basic and important needs of human beings, why they are necessary for life, and how we can fulfill them in healthy and safe ways. By the end of this chapter, you will understand what people need to live, grow, and stay happy!

Introduction

Human beings have many needs to live a healthy and happy life. Some needs are basic, like food and water, while others help us stay safe, learn, and enjoy life. Let’s explore what these needs are!

Basic Needs of Human Beings

  • Food: Gives us energy and helps us grow.
  • Water: Keeps us hydrated and healthy.
  • Air: We need clean air to breathe.
  • Shelter: Protects us from heat, cold, rain, and wild animals.
  • Clothing: Keeps us comfortable and protects our body.

Other Important Needs

  • Education: Helps us learn new things and become smart.
  • Healthcare: Keeps us healthy and treats us when we are sick.
  • Safety: Keeps us safe from harm and danger.
  • Love and Care: Makes us feel happy and secure.
  • Recreation: Activities like games, music, and art that help us relax and enjoy life.

How Do We Fulfill Our Needs?

  • Eat healthy food and drink clean water.
  • Live in safe and clean homes.
  • Wear clean and comfortable clothes.
  • Go to school and learn new things.
  • Visit doctors when we are sick.
  • Play, read, and spend time with family and friends.

Fun Activity: My Needs Poster

Make a poster showing your basic needs. Draw pictures of food, water, air, shelter, and clothing. Add other things that make you happy!

Summary

  • Human beings need food, water, air, shelter, and clothing to live.
  • Education, healthcare, safety, love, and recreation are also important needs.
  • We should take care of our needs and help others meet theirs.

Practice Questions

  1. Name three basic needs of human beings.
  2. Why do we need shelter?
  3. How does education help us?
  4. What should you do if you feel sick?
  5. List two ways to stay safe at home.

Challenge Yourself

  • Write a short paragraph about why love and care are important for everyone.
  • Make a chart of your daily needs and how you fulfill them.

Did You Know?

  • Clean water is very important for good health.
  • Playing and relaxing help your mind stay healthy!

Glossary

  • Need: Something we must have to live or stay healthy.
  • Shelter: A place to live, like a house.
  • Recreation: Fun activities that help us relax.
  • Healthcare: Services that keep us healthy and treat us when we are sick.

Answers to Practice Questions

  1. Food, water, air (any three basic needs).
  2. Shelter protects us from heat, cold, rain, and wild animals.
  3. Education helps us learn new things and become smart.
  4. Visit a doctor or tell an adult.
  5. Lock doors, do not play with sharp objects (any two safety rules).

Take care of your needs and help others to live a happy and healthy life!