Food: Where Does It Come From?
This chapter introduces the sources of food we eat — **plants and animals**. Students learn about **edible parts of plants** (roots, stems, leaves, seeds) and **types of animals based on food habits** — herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores. It develops awareness about food diversity and nutrition.
Key Topics & Instructions
▼- Identify food sources from plants and animals.
- Classify edible parts of common plants.
- Differentiate animals into Herbivores, Carnivores, and Omnivores.
- Use Experiment 1 to classify a food item by its primary source and edible plant part.
- Use Experiment 2 to classify an animal by its known diet.
- Use the buttons to reset or explore classifications.
Experiment 1: Food Source and Edible Part
Input a common food item to find its source and the part of the plant we eat.
Experiment 2: Animal Food Habit
Select an animal to determine its food habit classification.
All organisms directly or indirectly depend on plants for food. Animals are consumers. Understanding edible parts is key to understanding where plant food is stored.
Understanding Animal Classifications
Animals that eat only plants or plant products. Example: **Cow** (eats grass), **Rabbit** (eats carrots, grass).
Animals that eat only other animals. Example: **Lion** (eats deer), **Tiger** (eats meat).
Animals that eat both plants and animals. Example: Humans (eat vegetables and meat), **Bear** (eats berries, fish).
