Chapter Notes: Houses We Live In

What is a House?

• A house protects us from the sun, rain, wind, and cold.
• It is where we eat, sleep, play, and spend time with our family.
• Houses can be big or small, and they come in different shapes and sizes.
• Some houses are made of bricks and cement, while others are made of wood, mud, or even ice!

No matter what a house looks like, it is a special place where we feel safe and loved!

Types of Houses

Houses are of different types. Many years ago, when there were no homes, people lived in caves.
There are two types of houses:

1. Kutcha Houses 

These are found in some villages. These houses are made of straw, bamboo, mud, clay and leaves. These houses are not very strong.

2. Pucca Houses 

These are found in cities and towns. These houses are made of bricks, cement, iron, steel and glass. They are strong.Some houses have straight roofs while some have slanting or sloping roofs. Slanting roofs do not let snow or water collect. That is why people build houses with slanting roofs in the hills.

Parts of a House 

We sleep, bathe, study, eat, play and do many other activities in our houses. A house has different rooms for different activities.

1. Living Room or Drawing Room 
This is the room where the family members sit together and watch television. We also receive our guests in our living room.

2. Dining Room 
This is the room where we eat our meals.

3. Bedroom 
This is the room where we sleep.

4. Study Room
This is the room where we study.

5. Kitchen 
This is the room where we cook food.

6. Bathroom 
This is the room where we bathe.

Big houses have many rooms whereas small houses have one or two rooms only. 

More Features of a House

• Every house has windows to let in fresh air and sunlight, making the home bright and comfortable.

• Every house has an address, which includes the house number, street name, colony, and city. This address helps people find and reach our home easily.