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This World of Things — Chapter Summary

CBSE · Class 3 · EVS

Summary of This World of Things for CBSE Class 3 EVS. Key concepts: A table, Wood comes from trees and Transparent materials can be.

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Overview

Things around us are made of different materials. Some are found in nature, while others are made by people. A classroom has many objects such as tables, chairs, doors, windows, bulbs, and switches. These objects help in understanding wood, metal, glass, plastic, and many other materials. Materials

Key Concepts

A table

A table, chair, and door may be made of wood. Door hinges, nails, and latches are made of metal. Windowpanes and light bulbs are made of glass. Electr

Wood comes from trees

Wood comes from trees. Metals are extracted from ore dug from inside the Earth. Glass is mostly made of sand. Cloth comes from different sources and i

Transparent materials can be seen through

Transparent materials can be seen through clearly. Most glass is transparent. Opaque materials cannot be seen through at all, like wood. Translucent m

Wood is hard and rigid

Wood is hard and rigid. Fabric is soft and flexible, so it is good for clothes and curtains.

Solids do not change their shape

Solids do not change their shape. Water is a liquid and flows. Air is a gas and also flows, but it does not stay in a cup like water does.

Learning Objectives

  • To notice the things around us and think about what they are made of
  • To learn that different objects use different materials
  • To identify materials such as wood, metal, glass, plastic, cloth, and others
  • To understand transparent, translucent, and opaque materials
  • To group things as solids, liquids, and gases

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in This World of Things for CBSE Class 3 EVS?
Key topics in This World of Things include Things and Their Materials, Transparent, Translucent, and Opaque, Hard, Soft, Rigid, and Flexible, Solids, Liquids, and Gases. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 3 exams.
How should I revise This World of Things for Class 3 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 44 practice questions on This World of Things. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

Sources & Official References

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