Year 1 science · E.1 · Earth materials
What a shelter does
A shelter protects people by blocking rain, wind, and cold. It helps keep them dry and safe outside.
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Nora and Theo are curious. Why do we need a roof on a building?
- To keep out rain (right)
- To keep out birds
- To keep out wind
In science class, Luca asks: What does a tent do when it's raining?
- Keeps out rain (right)
- Keeps out sun
- Keeps out bugs
In science class, Ravi asks: What does a shelter do when it's raining?
- Helps the rain grow
- Keeps out the rain (right)
- Lets rain in easily
Tip: A shelter protects people by blocking rain, wind, and cold. It helps keep them dry and safe outside.
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