Class 1 Environmental Studies
Explore yourself, your body, family, home, school, animals, birds, insects, plants, water, air, sky, weather, transport and neighbourhood. These simple and engaging lessons help young learners understand the world around them while developing healthy, safe and responsible habits.
🌍 Class 1 EVS – 30 Learning Topics
Choose a topic to start learning.
Knowing Myself
Every person is special and unique. We have a name, age, family, likes, dislikes, abilities and interests. Knowing these things helps us understand and introduce ourselves.
Things I Can Tell About Myself
I can tell others my name.
I can tell how old I am.
I know which class I study in.
I know some things I enjoy.
I know what I like doing.
I know the people in my family.
Hello! My name is Riya. I am six years old. I study in Class 1. I like drawing and playing with my friends.
My name is __________.
I am __________ years old.
I study in Class __________.
My favourite activity is __________.
Parts of My Body
Our body has many different parts. Each body part has an important job. Different parts work together to help us move, play, learn, eat and perform everyday activities.
Help us see.
Help us hear.
Helps us smell.
Helps us eat and speak.
Help us hold and touch things.
Help us stand, walk and run.
Help us stand and move.
Help us bite and chew food.
Body Parts Work Together
Touch your head.
Clap your hands.
Blink your eyes.
Stamp your feet gently.
Name two body parts that help you walk.
Keeping My Body Clean
Keeping our body clean is an important healthy habit. Dirt and germs can collect on our skin, hands, teeth, hair and nails. Regular cleaning helps us stay fresh and healthy.
Bathe regularly with clean water and soap.
Brush your teeth twice every day.
Wash hands before eating and after using the toilet.
Keep fingernails clean and properly trimmed.
Wash and comb your hair regularly.
Wear clean clothes.
When Should We Wash Our Hands?
- Before eating food
- After using the toilet
- After playing outside
- After touching dirty objects
- After coughing or sneezing into our hands
1. Brushing teeth every morning. ______
2. Eating with dirty hands. ______
3. Wearing clean clothes. ______
My Five Sense Organs
Our sense organs help us learn about the world around us. We commonly learn about five senses: sight, hearing, smell, taste and touch.
| Sense Organ | Sense | What It Helps Us Do |
|---|---|---|
| 👀 Eyes | Sight | See colours, shapes and objects |
| 👂 Ears | Hearing | Hear sounds |
| 👃 Nose | Smell | Smell different things |
| 👅 Tongue | Taste | Taste food |
| 🖐️ Skin | Touch | Feel hot, cold, rough, smooth and other sensations |
🎵 We hear music with our ears.
🍋 We taste lemon with our tongue.
🧸 We feel a soft toy through our skin.
Bell → ______
Rainbow → ______
Perfume → ______
Ice cube → ______
Healthy Food for Children
Food gives our body energy and nutrients. Children need a variety of nutritious foods to support growth, activity and good health.
Healthy Food Choices
Apple, banana, orange, mango and guava.
Carrot, spinach, peas, tomato and cauliflower.
Rice, wheat, oats and other grains.
Milk, curd and paneer.
Dal, beans and chickpeas.
Some nuts and seeds can be part of a balanced diet when suitable and safely prepared.
Healthy Eating Habits
- Wash your hands before eating.
- Eat fresh and properly prepared food.
- Eat fruits and vegetables regularly.
- Drink enough clean water.
- Avoid wasting food.
Write or draw three healthy foods you ate today.
Drinking Clean Water
Our body needs water every day. We use water for drinking, cooking, washing and many other activities.
Drink water from a safe source.
Drink from clean utensils or bottles.
Keep drinking water in a clean, covered container.
Never drink water that may be contaminated.
Why should drinking-water containers be kept clean and covered?
Clothes We Wear
Clothes cover and help protect our body. We choose different clothes according to weather, activity, place and need.
| Weather / Situation | Clothes |
|---|---|
| ☀️ Warm Weather | Light and comfortable clothes |
| ❄️ Cold Weather | Warm clothes such as sweaters and jackets |
| 🌧️ Rain | Raincoat and other rain protection |
| 🏫 School | School clothes or uniform where required |
| ⚽ Sports | Comfortable clothes suitable for the activity |
What would you wear on a rainy day?
What would you wear when the weather is cold?
My Family Members
A family is a group of people connected through relationships and care. Families can be different in size and structure. What matters is the love, support and responsibility family members share.
Families Care for One Another
- Family members help one another.
- They share responsibilities.
- They care for children and older family members.
- They celebrate and spend time together.
Draw your family or the people who care for you and write their names.
Helping Each Other at Home
A home works better when people help one another. Children can also do simple, safe and age-appropriate tasks.
Put toys back after playing.
Keep books in their proper place.
Help keep your space neat.
Help water plants when an adult says it is appropriate.
Help with safe items under adult guidance.
Be kind and helpful to family members.
Write one safe task you can do at home: __________.
Rooms in My House
Homes can have different rooms or spaces for different activities. Not every home has the same number or type of rooms.
A place where family members may sit and spend time.
A place used for sleeping and resting.
A place where food may be prepared.
A place used for bathing and personal cleaning.
A quiet place for reading or studying.
A place where a family may eat meals.
Sleeping → ______
Cooking → ______
Bathing → ______
Keeping Our Home Clean
A clean home is more pleasant and helps reduce dirt and some sources of germs and pests.
Put rubbish in the correct bin.
Keep toys, books and other items in their places.
Clean spills safely with help from an adult when needed.
Keep food and drinking areas clean.
Do not allow rubbish to collect around the home.
Name three things you can safely do to help keep your home tidy.
My School and Classroom
A school is a place where children learn, explore, practise skills and spend time with teachers and classmates.
Things We May Find in a Classroom
At School We Learn To…
Learn letters, words and stories.
Practise writing and drawing.
Learn numbers and mathematics.
Learn with classmates.
Draw, make and explore.
Take part in safe physical activities.
Name four things you can see in your classroom.
People Who Help Us at School
Many people work together to help a school function safely and effectively. Their roles may be different from one school to another.
| Person | How They May Help |
|---|---|
| 👩🏫 Teacher | Helps children learn. |
| 🧑💼 Principal / Head Teacher | Helps lead and manage the school. |
| 📚 Librarian | Helps us use and care for library resources. |
| 🧹 Cleaning Staff | Help keep school areas clean. |
| 🛡️ Security Staff | May help with school safety and entry. |
| 🚌 Driver | May transport students where school transport is provided. |
Who helps you learn in the classroom?
Good Habits and Good Manners
Good habits help us care for ourselves and others. Good manners show respect, kindness and consideration.
Use polite words when asking.
Show appreciation when someone helps you.
Use polite words when appropriate.
Share suitable things fairly.
Listen when another person is speaking.
Treat people and animals kindly.
Good Daily Habits
- Wake up and get ready on time.
- Keep yourself clean.
- Eat nutritious food.
- Keep your belongings organised.
- Complete schoolwork regularly.
- Sleep at an appropriate time.
When someone helps me, I say __________.
When asking politely, I can say __________.
Staying Safe at Home and School
Safety rules help protect us from injury. Children should follow the instructions of trusted adults at home and school.
Do not play with flames, matches or hot appliances.
Do not put objects or fingers into electrical sockets.
Take medicine only when given by a responsible adult as directed.
Do not play with knives or other dangerous tools.
Walk carefully in classrooms, corridors and on stairs.
Tell a trusted adult when something feels unsafe.
Running down stairs → ______
Telling a teacher about a broken chair → ______
Playing with matches → ______
Animals Around My Home
We may see different animals around homes, streets, farms, gardens and neighbourhoods. Some animals live with people, while others live independently nearby.
Animals Have Basic Needs
Animals need suitable food.
Animals need water.
Animals need safe places to live or rest.
Name two animals you have seen near your home or school.
Birds We See Around Us
Birds are animals with feathers, beaks and wings. Many birds can fly, although not every bird species can fly.
Common Bird Features
Observe birds from a safe distance. What colours do you see?
Insects in Our Surroundings
Insects are small animals found in many places. Scientifically, adult insects have six legs and three main body sections.
How many legs does an adult insect have?
Plants Around Us
Plants are living things. They grow in gardens, parks, fields, forests, pots and many other places.
Different Kinds of Plants
Usually large plants with strong woody stems or trunks.
Smaller woody plants with several branches near the ground.
Usually smaller plants with softer stems.
Plants that grow upward with support.
Some plants spread along the ground.
Plants Need
Find one small plant and one tree. How are they different?
Parts of a Simple Plant
A simple flowering plant has different parts. These parts perform different jobs that help the plant live and grow.
| Plant Part | Main Job |
|---|---|
| 🌱 Roots | Hold the plant in the soil and absorb water and minerals. |
| 🌿 Stem | Supports the plant and helps move water and other materials. |
| 🍃 Leaves | Help the plant make food using light. |
| 🌸 Flower | Helps many flowering plants reproduce. |
| 🍎 Fruit | Often contains and protects seeds. |
| 🌰 Seed | Can grow into a new plant under suitable conditions. |
Draw a plant and label: root, stem, leaf, flower and fruit.
Flowers, Fruits and Vegetables
Plants provide us with many useful things. We eat different plant parts, including fruits, leaves, roots, stems, seeds and flowers.
🌸 Flowers
Rose
Marigold
Sunflower
Jasmine
🍎 Fruits
Apple
Mango
Banana
Orange
🥕 Vegetables
Carrot
Spinach
Cauliflower
Peas
Apple, rose, carrot, mango, marigold and spinach.
Put them into flower, fruit or vegetable groups.
Caring for Plants and Animals
Plants and animals are living things. We should treat them responsibly and kindly.
🌱 Caring for Plants
- Water plants according to their needs.
- Do not damage branches or leaves unnecessarily.
- Protect young plants.
- Keep litter away from plants.
🐕 Caring for Animals
- Treat animals gently.
- Pets need suitable food and clean water.
- Pets need proper shelter and care.
- Never tease or hurt animals.
Write two ways to care for plants and two ways to care for animals.
Sources and Uses of Water
Water is essential for life. People obtain water from different natural sources and water-supply systems.
Sources of Water
Uses of Water
Save Water
- Turn off taps when water is not needed.
- Do not play with running water.
- Report leaking taps to an adult.
- Use only the water you need.
Air Around Us
Air is all around us. We usually cannot see air, but we can observe its effects.
How Can We Notice Moving Air?
Wind can move leaves and branches.
Moving air helps a kite stay up.
A flag moves when air flows around it.
Wave a sheet of paper gently near your face. What do you feel?
The Sun, Moon and Stars
When we look at the sky, we may see the Sun during the day and the Moon and stars at different times, depending on conditions.
The Sun
The Sun is a star.
It gives Earth light and heat.
The Moon
The Moon is Earth’s natural satellite.
It reflects light from the Sun.
Stars
Stars are very far away.
The Sun is the star closest to Earth.
The Sun is a __________.
The Moon is Earth’s natural __________.
Day and Night
Earth spins on its axis. This movement is called rotation. Earth’s rotation causes the regular pattern of day and night.
Day
The part of Earth facing the Sun receives sunlight.
Night
The part turned away from the Sun experiences night.
Things We Often Do
| Day | Night |
|---|---|
| Go to school | Sleep |
| Play outdoors | Rest |
| Study and work | Prepare for the next day |
What movement of Earth causes day and night?
Different Types of Weather
Weather tells us about outdoor conditions at a particular place and time. Weather can change from one day to another.
There is plenty of sunshine.
Much of the sky is covered with clouds.
Rain is falling.
Air is moving noticeably.
Tiny water droplets near the ground reduce visibility.
Snow is falling or covering the ground in places cold enough for snow.
Look outside safely. How would you describe today’s weather?
Ways We Travel
Transport helps people and goods move from one place to another. Different forms of transport travel on land, water or through the air.
🚗 Land
Car
Bus
Bicycle
Train
🚢 Water
Boat
Ship
Ferry
✈️ Air
Aeroplane
Helicopter
Travel Safely
- Use an appropriate seat belt or child restraint in vehicles where required.
- Wear a properly fitted helmet when cycling where appropriate.
- Follow road and school transport safety rules.
- Get on and off vehicles carefully.
- Stay with a responsible adult where needed.
Bus, boat, train, aeroplane and ship into land, water or air transport.
Places in My Neighbourhood
A neighbourhood is the area around the place where we live. Different neighbourhoods have different facilities and places.
A place for learning.
A place where people receive medical care.
A place providing postal services.
A place connected with police services.
A place used by firefighters and emergency vehicles.
Places where people buy goods.
A public green or recreation area.
A place where people can read or borrow books where available.
Draw three places you know in your neighbourhood.
Keeping Our Surroundings Clean
Our surroundings include the places around us, such as our home, school, street, park and neighbourhood. Keeping these places clean makes them more pleasant and can support healthier communities.
Put waste in the appropriate bin.
Do not throw rubbish on the ground.
Use items carefully and reuse or recycle where suitable facilities exist.
Do not damage plants unnecessarily.
Do not throw waste into water bodies or drains.
Everyone can help care for shared places.
Clean or Unclean?
✓ Good
Using a bin
Keeping desks tidy
Reducing unnecessary waste
Caring for plants
✕ Not Good
Throwing wrappers on the road
Leaving rubbish in a park
Wasting water
Damaging plants
🌍 My Clean Surroundings Promise
I will keep my home, school and surroundings clean. I will use bins, avoid littering, save water and care for plants and animals.
Write three things you can do to keep your school clean.
🌍 Class 1 Environmental Studies – Quick Revision
Remember these important ideas from all 30 lessons.
Every child is unique and special.
Different body parts perform different jobs.
Good hygiene helps us stay clean and healthy.
Sense organs help us understand our surroundings.
Eat a variety of nutritious foods.
Use safe drinking water and avoid waste.
Choose suitable clothes for weather and activity.
Families care for and help one another.
Keep home spaces clean and organised.
School is a place for learning and growth.
Be polite, respectful and kind.
Follow safety rules and trusted adults’ guidance.
Animals need food, water, shelter and care.
Birds have feathers, wings and beaks.
Adult insects have six legs.
Plants are living things and have different parts.
Air surrounds us and moving air is wind.
We learn about the Sun, Moon and stars.
Weather conditions can change.
We travel by land, water and air.
Communities have different useful places.
Keep shared spaces clean and care for nature.
📝 Check Your Learning
Answer these simple Class 1 EVS questions.
Name two parts of your body.
Which sense organ helps us see?
When should we wash our hands?
Name two healthy foods.
Why do we need clean drinking water?
What clothes may help keep us warm in cold weather?
Name two ways you can safely help at home.
Name two people who may help us at school.
Write two good manners.
Name one safety rule.
What three basic things do animals need?
Name two birds.
How many legs does an adult insect have?
Name three parts of a plant.
What do roots do?
Name two sources of water.
What is moving air called?
What kind of object is the Sun?
What causes day and night?
Name three kinds of weather.
Name one land, one water and one air vehicle.
Name two places that may be in a neighbourhood.
Where should rubbish be placed?
Write one way to save water.
Wonderful! Class 1 EVS Completed
You explored 30 important Environmental Studies topics about yourself, your body, health, family, home, school, living things, natural resources, weather, transport and the community around you.
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