Family and Friends Class 3 World Around Us Chapter 1 CBSE Notes 2025-26

Our families and communities are a special part of our lives where we learn, share, and support each other. Families can look different from one another—some are big, others are small—but all of them give us love and care. In this chapter, we meet Bela and her family, showing us the joy of playing, laughing, and helping each other every day.

Playing, Singing, and Laughing Together Bela and her brothers, Banku Bhaiya and Bishu, play games such as chhupan-chhupai (hide and seek) outdoors. When it rains, their family gathers under a small shelter, plays antakshari, snakes and ladders, and enjoys hot pakodas prepared by Bela’s mother and grandmother. Their grandmother (Dadiji) even sings rain songs which everyone loves to join. Just like Bela’s family, spending time together with family members through games and songs creates happy moments. Even pets like Shiru, their dog, are included in their fun and are considered part of the family.

Types of Families and Their Members Families can be small or big. Bela’s family includes parents, siblings, and grandparents. There are also relatives like aunts, uncles, and cousins, and friends who feel like family. Animals—such as dogs, cats, cows, and goats—can also be part of the family, and it is important to treat them with kindness and care. The people in our family have different roles, and everyone helps each other in some way.

Helping Each Other in the Family In Bela’s home, each person participates in daily activities. Dadiji oiled Bela’s hair and braided it every morning while singing songs. Bela’s parents share household chores like cooking, cleaning, and shopping. Dadaji enjoys gardening, and Bela and her brother help with garden work and with cleaning and chopping vegetables.

• Children help elders with simple tasks at home.
• Grandparents often teach children songs, stories, or games.
• Families take care of pets and plants together.

Special Bonds and Celebrations Family friends like Munni and Kusum Mausi are also important. Kusum Mausi cooks special sweets during festivals, and Munni is talented at making rangoli with dried flowers and leaves. During festivals, all family members and friends come together, celebrate, and help each other prepare for the festivities. Learning and sharing new things, like making rangoli, allows everyone to contribute to family life.

• Each member, young or old, has skills or knowledge to share.
• Caring for elders, babies, or sick members shows love and responsibility.

Learning from Family and Community Many things we know come from our family members. Bela learns songs from her grandmother and helps with household chores. Sometimes, even adults learn something new from children. We also learn to respect elders, help those who need support, and look after people who are not part of our family, like neighbours and friends.

• Children may help elders cross the road or bring water for them.
• Families often look after each other’s pets or plants during festivals or when someone is ill.
• Neighbours and relatives join in for fun activities and provide support when needed.

Fun Activities with Family and Friends On holidays, Bela and her family visit the park with Dadaji, where they play games like pitthoo with their friends. Everyone takes part in the games and enjoys ice cream together. These simple moments of fun, laughter, and togetherness create lifelong memories.

1. Playing together with both elders and friends helps build bonds.
2. Family members look out for each other’s safety and happiness during outings.
3. After games, family time, like eating snacks or resting together, is enjoyed by all.

Recognising Relationships It is important to know the names and relationships of people in your family. There are also tables and activities in the chapter where you can write down the names, relationships, and what you call them (e.g., ‘Mausi’ for mother’s sister). You may also record which relatives visit your house, how they are related, and which activities each family member does.

Name	Relationship with you	You call them
Urmila	Mother’s sister	Mausi

Questions for Self-Reflection and Activities The chapter encourages students to think and write about their experiences with their families. Some activities include drawing your family, noting down who does which work at home, or describing how you help a grandparent or a neighbour. There are also word games and song activities to make learning fun.

1. Write about how your family members show love and care for each other.
2. Draw a picture of happy moments you share with your family.
3. Circle five words related to games in the word grid as a fun exercise.

Caring Beyond the Family The values learned at home help us to take care of those who are not in our family too, like neighbours, friends, or even animals that come to our area. We should not hurt or tease animals, and always treat all living beings kindly. Festivals and games bring people of all ages together, whether they belong to our family or our larger community.

Summary This chapter covers the importance of families, different types of families, and the roles played by each member. It highlights how mutual support, learning, kindness, and togetherness build strong communities. From daily chores and caring for pets, to celebrating festivals and playing games, families and communities teach us valuable lessons about cooperation, sharing, and respect.

CBSE Class 3 World Around Us Chapter 1 Revision Notes – Our Families and Communities

These CBSE Class 3 EVS Chapter 1 notes explain families and communities in simple language, following the NCERT HTML structured content format. Using real-life examples, students will easily recognize different family members and their importance in daily life. Friendly lists and tables make the chapter easier to review before tests.

By covering playing, singing, festivals, and family relationships, these notes help children recall important chapter topics quickly. Key pointers and classroom-style questions encourage active revision for CBSE exams. Reviewing these points builds confidence to answer all types of questions on “Our Families and Communities.”