What is a Neighborhood?
A neighbourhood is the area around our home.
The area around our house is our neighborhood
- It has houses, parks, shops, schools, hospitals, and other places.
- Many people live in a neighbourhood. They help and care for each other.
A good neighbourhood is:
- Clean
- Safe
- Friendly
- We meet our neighbours in parks, shops, or during festivals.
- A neighbourhood is like a big family!
Neighbours
What are the Places in a Neighborhood?
(i) Market
A market is a place where we can buy things like food, clothes, and toys.
- The shop owner is called a shopkeeper.
A Market
Different types of shops-
- Grocery shop – for food and daily items
- Medical shop – for medicines
- Stationery shop – for pencils, erasers, notebooks
- Milk booth – for milk, ice creams, and milk products
Try yourself:
What can you buy from a grocery shop?
- A.Medicines
- B.Food items
- C.Stationery items
- D.Milk and milk products
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(ii) Park
A park is a green place with trees and playgrounds.
- People go there to play, walk, or relax.
- Parks have swings, slides, and see-saws.
- We get fresh air and meet friends in the park.
- We should keep the park clean.
A Park
(iii) Post Office
A post office is where we send and receive letters and parcels.
- We can buy stamps, postcards, and envelopes here.
- Letters are posted in stamped envelopes.
A Post Office
(iv) Hospital
A hospital is where sick or injured people are treated.
- Doctors and nurses help patients feel better.
- A hospital has ambulances for emergencies.
A Hospital
Try yourself:
What is the purpose of a hospital?
- A.To maintain law and order in the area.
- B.To teach children good manners and good habits.
- C.To provide a place for people to pray and connect with their religion or beliefs.
- D.To take care of sick and injured people.
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(v) Police Station
A police station is where police officers work.
- They protect people and keep the neighbourhood safe.
- Traffic police help control traffic on roads.
A Police Station(vi) School
A school is a place where children learn and play.
- Teachers teach us subjects, good habits, and manners.
- Schools have classrooms, playgrounds, and many students.
A School
(vii) Place of Worship
A place of worship is where people pray and show respect to their religion.
- It could be a temple, mosque, church, or gurudwara.
- These places bring people together in peace and love.
A Temple
(viii) Restaurant
A restaurant is where people eat delicious food.
- Chefs cook the food, and servers bring it to the table.
- People enjoy meals with family and friends in a restaurant.
Let’s now watch a fun video to learn more about our neighbourhood and the places around us!