Class 4 EVS Chapter 6 Happy and Healthy Living helps students understand the importance of living a happy and healthy life. It explains how food reaches our plate, why we should respect food, and how healthy habits like mindful eating, exercise, rest, and safety awareness keep us fit and joyful. It also teaches us to appreciate the efforts of farmers and nature.
Happy and Healthy Living Worksheet
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What Students Will Learn:
- Importance of food and gratitude towards food providers
- Journey of food from farm to plate
- Concept of mindful eating
- Importance of not wasting food
- Role of exercise and physical activities
- Importance of proper sleep and rest
- Understanding safe and unsafe touch
- Healthy habits for a happy life
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Happy and Healthy Living Chapter Notes
Feeling Happy
We feel happy when we eat our favourite food, play games, or spend time with loved ones.
Happiness is important for a healthy life.
Journey of Food (Farm to Plate)
- Farmers sow seeds in soil.
- Plants grow with water, sunlight, and care.
- Crops are harvested.
- Grains are cleaned, packed, and sold in shops.
- Food is cooked at home and served to us.
Many people and natural elements help bring food to us:
- Farmers
- Shopkeepers
- Family members
- Animals (like cattle, earthworms)
- Nature (soil, water, sunlight)
Value of Food
- Every grain is precious.
- Food should not be wasted.
- We must respect the hard work of everyone involved.
Mindful Eating
- Eat slowly and carefully.
- Use senses (taste, smell, touch).
- Chew food properly.
- Enjoy each bite.
Benefits:
- Better digestion
- Enjoyment of food
- Healthy eating habits
Exercise and Sports
Physical activities like running, cycling, skipping, and playing games keep us fit.
Yoga helps improve posture and keeps us calm.
Exercise makes us:
- Strong
- Energetic
- Happy
Importance of Sleep
- Our body needs proper rest.
- Good sleep removes tiredness.
- Lack of sleep makes us:
- Tired
- Lazy
- Unable to focus
Safety and Protection
Learn about safe touch and unsafe touch.
- Safe touch: Makes us feel comfortable and happy
- Unsafe touch: Makes us feel scared, uncomfortable, or confused
If unsafe: Say NO
Inform a trusted adult (parents/teacher)
Healthy Habits
- Eat balanced food
- Exercise daily
- Sleep well
- Avoid wasting food
- Limit screen time
- Stay safe
Class 4 EVS Chapter 6 Question Answers
Q1. Explain the journey of food from farm to plate.
Ans: The journey of food begins when farmers sow seeds in the soil. With the help of water, sunlight, and care, plants grow into crops. These crops are harvested, cleaned, and transported to shops. People buy them, cook food at home, and finally, it is served on our plate.
Q2. Why is it important to value food?
Ans: Food is very important for our survival. Many people like farmers, shopkeepers, and family members work hard to provide food. If we waste food, we disrespect their efforts. Therefore, we should value every grain of food.
Q3. What is mindful eating and why is it important?
Ans: Mindful eating means eating slowly and paying attention to the taste, smell, and texture of food. It helps us enjoy food better, improves digestion, and helps us make healthy choices.
Q4. How do exercise and sports help us?
Ans: Exercise and sports keep our body strong and active. They improve our health, make us energetic, and keep us happy. Activities like running, playing, and yoga are very useful.
Q5. Why is sleep important for our body?
Ans: Sleep gives rest to our body and mind. It helps us feel fresh and active. Without enough sleep, we feel tired, lazy, and cannot focus on work or studies.
EVS Class 4 Chapter 6 MCQs
- Who grows crops?
a) Teacher
b) Doctor
c) Farmer
d) Driver - Which of these helps crops grow?
a) Air
b) Water
c) Sunlight
d) All of these - Which sense helps us taste food?
a) Eyes
b) Nose
c) Tongue
d) Skin - Which of the following is a physical activity?
a) Reading
b) Sleeping
c) Running
d) Watching TV - Which habit should we avoid?
a) Playing
b) Exercising
c) Wasting food
d) Sleeping on time
Answer: 1. Farmer, 2. All of these, 3. Tongue, 4. Running, 5. Wasting food
