π Topic Summary
Water is everywhere! It's in the oceans, lakes, rivers, and even underground. These are called water bodies. Each water body is unique and important for plants, animals, and people. Learning about them helps us understand our planet better!
π Part A: Vocabulary
Match the word with its correct definition:
| Word |
Definition |
| Lake |
A. A large body of water surrounded by land. |
| River |
B. A large natural stream of water flowing in a channel to the sea, a lake, or another river. |
| Ocean |
C. A very large expanse of sea, in particular, each of the main areas into which the sea is divided geographically. |
| Pond |
D. A small body of still water formed naturally or by hollowing or embanking. |
| Stream |
E. A small, narrow river. |
Match the following:
- π Lake - A
- π‘ River - B
- π Ocean - C
- π± Pond - D
- π§ Stream - E
π§ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Complete the sentences with the correct words.
The mighty ________ is home to many sea creatures. A ________ is smaller than a lake and often has plants growing in it. Fish swim in the ________. We can find fresh water in a ________.
- π Ocean
- π± Pond
- π£ River
- π§ Stream
π§ Part C: Critical Thinking
Why is it important to keep our water bodies clean?
- π To protect the animals that live there.
- π§ͺ To ensure we have clean water to drink.
- π To keep our environment healthy and beautiful.