Water- A Precious Gift Chapter Notes | EVS Class 3: The World around us (Our Wondrous World) PDF Download

Introduction

The chapter is about how important water is for our lives and the ways we can use it wisely. It talks about where water comes from and why we should conserve it for the future.

Explanation

Do You Think It will Rain?

Have you ever wondered if it will rain today or tomorrow?   Sometimes we can guess if it will rain by looking at the sky and noticing dark clouds. Rain can fall not only in our area but also in nearby places. Rain often brings joy to many, but it’s important to think about where all the rainwater goes after it falls to the ground.

What Happened to the Rainwater? 

When it rains, a lot of water falls to the ground. This rainwater can either get absorbed by the soil, form puddles, or flow away into streams, rivers, and lakes. Some of the water goes deep into the ground and becomes underground water. This is the water that we get from wells. Rainwater also helps in filling our natural water sources like rivers, ponds, and oceans. After the rain stops, the sun dries up the water on hard surfaces.

Water is a Precious Gift 

Water is a special gift from nature that comes to us through rain and other natural sources. It reaches our homes through taps and pipes, or sometimes from wells, rivers, and tankers. Children learn that the water they get from taps comes from a tank on the roof. But they are curious about how the water reaches the tank. The water we use at home comes from different sources, and it is important to know where it comes from.

Where Do You Get Water From? 

We get water from taps, wells, or even tanks. The water in the taps usually comes from a big tank on top of our house or somewhere nearby. Water flows through big pipes to fill this tank. Sometimes, water is drawn from a well using a pulley or a pump. Some people bring water from rivers or lakes and deliver it to our homes. It’s important to thank those who help bring water to us!

Water in Our Daily Lives 

Water is essential for all of our daily activities, like brushing teeth, bathing, cooking, and cleaning. Sometimes, there may be water shortages, like when we face a situation where the water supply is cut off. They have stored water in buckets to manage the shortage. This teaches the importance of storing water for times when it is not readily available.

Storing Water

In the past, people stored water in containers or vessels because they did not have taps or pipelines. Today, water is stored in tanks, bottles,buckets, and various containers made of different materials like steel, clay, or plastic. Storing water is important because we do not always get water continuously. By learning how to store water, we can make sure we have enough when needed.

Reusing and Saving Water 

Water is very important for us, and after we use it, it becomes dirty. But we can use the dirty water again for things like watering plants or flushing toilets. This helps us save water. We should also be careful not to put too much soap or chemicals in the water, so we can protect this precious gift from the sky!

Points to Remember

• Rainwater is important as it fills rivers, ponds, lakes, and wells.
• Water comes to our homes through taps, wells, or water tankers.
• Water is used for many daily activities, like drinking, bathing, and cooking.
• We should store water for times when it is not available.
• Reusing water for things like watering plants helps conserve this precious resource.
• Water is a gift from nature, and we must take care of it.

Difficult Words

Absorbed – Taken in by the soil or another surface.

Underground Water – Water stored beneath the earth's surface.

Tanker – A large vehicle that carries water to places.

Pipeline – A system of pipes that carries water to homes.

Recharges – Refills or replenishes, especially in the context of water sources.

Vessel – A container used to store water.

Precious – Something very valuable and important.

Puddle – A small pool of water, especially from rain.

Source – The starting point from where something comes, like water from a river or well.

Conserve – To protect and save something, like water, from being wasted.

These notes summarize the chapter, focusing on the key points about water, its uses, and its significance in our daily lives.