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Neem Baba mentions that the story of his name is very ______.
Neem Baba mentions that the story of his name is very ______.
thought-provoking
According to Neem Baba, in Hindi, his name is ______.
According to Neem Baba, in Hindi, his name is ______.
Nimb
Scientists sometimes refer to the neem tree as 'bitter ______ of God.'
Scientists sometimes refer to the neem tree as 'bitter ______ of God.'
grace
Amber learned that people clean their teeth with ______ from the neem tree.
Amber learned that people clean their teeth with ______ from the neem tree.
Neem leaves have chemical properties that destroy ______.
Neem leaves have chemical properties that destroy ______.
Neem leaves give comfort and do not allow germs to ______.
Neem leaves give comfort and do not allow germs to ______.
If the powder of neem seeds is mixed in water and sprayed on plants and trees, then ______ don't eat them.
If the powder of neem seeds is mixed in water and sprayed on plants and trees, then ______ don't eat them.
Neem powder protects the crop from ______, which eats the roots.
Neem powder protects the crop from ______, which eats the roots.
Neem seed powder is added to stored grains to save them from ______.
Neem seed powder is added to stored grains to save them from ______.
Neem also ______ the air.
Neem also ______ the air.
The old man asked Amber to call him Neem Baba because ______.
The old man asked Amber to call him Neem Baba because ______.
Neem seed powder protects crops from ______.
Neem seed powder protects crops from ______.
[Blank] is a cost-effective method to stop mosquitoes from breeding in stagnant water.
[Blank] is a cost-effective method to stop mosquitoes from breeding in stagnant water.
One reason why doctors advise to use neem leaves for someone suffering from measles is ______.
One reason why doctors advise to use neem leaves for someone suffering from measles is ______.
The bird thought the world was made of ______, and nestled by my mother.
The bird thought the world was made of ______, and nestled by my mother.
There is a line in the poem, 'I said that the world is made of ______, I have been very blind.'.
There is a line in the poem, 'I said that the world is made of ______, I have been very blind.'.
The color of the feather was not dark but ______.
The color of the feather was not dark but ______.
The butterfly moved ______ and quickly on to the flower.
The butterfly moved ______ and quickly on to the flower.
A ______ is any seed, fruit, root, bark, leaf or any other part of a plant used to give taste and colour to our food.
A ______ is any seed, fruit, root, bark, leaf or any other part of a plant used to give taste and colour to our food.
Daadi mentions that ______, which is called turmeric in English, helps in improving our energy level and digestion.
Daadi mentions that ______, which is called turmeric in English, helps in improving our energy level and digestion.
Daadi soaks ______ seeds overnight because soaking the seeds can help manage her sugar level.
Daadi soaks ______ seeds overnight because soaking the seeds can help manage her sugar level.
[Blank] (cumin) seeds soaked in water overnight can also improve digestion and help cure sleeplessness.
[Blank] (cumin) seeds soaked in water overnight can also improve digestion and help cure sleeplessness.
When you were babies and had gas in your tummy, I used to put ______ (asafoetida) water on your tummy to give you some relief.
When you were babies and had gas in your tummy, I used to put ______ (asafoetida) water on your tummy to give you some relief.
[Blank] (cinnamon) and laung (clove) give relief when we have toothache till we can consult a dentist.
[Blank] (cinnamon) and laung (clove) give relief when we have toothache till we can consult a dentist.
[Blank] (ginger) is another herb that can help us when we have cough and cold.
[Blank] (ginger) is another herb that can help us when we have cough and cold.
[Blank] mirch (black pepper) is also helpful in digestion and can give us relief from body pain.
[Blank] mirch (black pepper) is also helpful in digestion and can give us relief from body pain.
At the end of a meal, ______ (fennel seeds) and ajwain (carom seeds) are served because they help in the digestion of food.
At the end of a meal, ______ (fennel seeds) and ajwain (carom seeds) are served because they help in the digestion of food.
[Blank] (cardamom) also helps us with digestion and respiratory troubles in addition to curing bad breath.
[Blank] (cardamom) also helps us with digestion and respiratory troubles in addition to curing bad breath.
Daadi soaked methi seeds overnight and drank the water in the morning to manage ______ and ______.
Daadi soaked methi seeds overnight and drank the water in the morning to manage ______ and ______.
Tulsi leaves can be eaten by ______ and ______.
Tulsi leaves can be eaten by ______ and ______.
Flashcards
What is the Neem tree?
What is the Neem tree?
A common tree native to India and Myanmar, known for its medicinal properties and widespread use in various applications.
What is Arishta?
What is Arishta?
Sanskrit names for neem, meaning 'the one who cures diseases'.
What is Neem's germ fighting ability?
What is Neem's germ fighting ability?
Neem's ability to comfort, kill germs and prevent their multiplication.
What are Neem twigs?
What are Neem twigs?
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What is Measles?
What is Measles?
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What is itching?
What is itching?
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What does breed mean?
What does breed mean?
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What are Locusts?
What are Locusts?
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What are Termites?
What are Termites?
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What is stagnant water?
What is stagnant water?
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What does cost-effective mean?
What does cost-effective mean?
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What does purifies mean?
What does purifies mean?
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What does healed mean?
What does healed mean?
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What is Tulsi?
What is Tulsi?
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What does Tulsi treat?
What does Tulsi treat?
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Study Notes
- The text discusses the importance of nurturing nature and the benefits of neem trees and various spices
Neem Tree
- Neem is a common tree in India
- Neem Baba is a character who represents the neem tree and interacts with Amber
- Neem trees are very old, originating millions of years ago in North India or Myanmar
- Neem trees have spread to other Asian and African countries, and even America
- The story of the neem tree name is interesting
- In Sanskrit, neem is known as Arishta (the one who cures diseases), Nimba, and Nimbaca
- Iranians gave it the name Neem
- In Hindi, neem is called Nimb. Other names include Nim, Leemba, Nimori, Nimbamond, Nimbe, and Nimo
- Neem tree is known as 'bitter grace of God', 'nature's gift to man', 'cleanliness-parting tree', 'magic tree', and 'the tree of the twentieth century'
- People clean their teeth with neem twigs and neem leaves protect clothes
- Neem leaves have chemical properties that kill germs and help with itching caused by measles
- Neem leaves, bark, flowers, fruits, and roots can be used to make medicines for many diseases
- Neem bark is used to make medicine for coughs
- Neem flowers are used to make kajal for eye ailments
- Neem seed powder mixed with water is sprayed on plants to protect from locusts
- Neem is used in rice fields to prevent mosquito breeding and improve crop yield
- Neem protects crops from termites and other insects
- Neem seed powder can be added to stored grains to protect them from insects
- Neem oil is used in soaps and toothpaste
- Furniture made from neem wood is protected from termites
- Neem helps to purify the air
Activities Related to Neem Trees
- Students can mention the uses of trees
- Students can discuss what they know and want to know about neem trees
Compound Words
- Open compound words have spaces between the words
- Closed compound words have no spaces between the words
- Hyphenated compound words have hyphens between the words
Nurturing Nature
- Poem about a bird describes the bird’s thoughts during its life
- The bird initially thought the whole world was a pale blue shell
- Then the bird thought the world was made of straw
- Coming out of the nest the bird thought the world was made of leaves
- The world grew to include the sky and the earth
Spices
- Spices can be used for more than just cooking.
- Haldi (turmeric) improves energy, digestion, and reduces body pain
- Methi (fenugreek) helps maintain sugar levels and body weight; soak seeds overnight
- Jeera (cumin) seeds soaked overnight improve digestion and cure sleeplessness
- Heeng (asafoetida) water relieves gas in babies and controls coughs and colds.
- Dalchini (cinnamon) and laung (clove) relieve toothache until a dentist is consulted
- Adrak (ginger) helps with coughs, colds, and pain; used for over 4000 years in Indian cooking
- Kali mirch (black pepper) aids digestion and relieves body pain
- Saunf (fennel seeds) and ajwain (carom seeds) are served at the end of meals to help in digestion
- Elaichi (cardamom) aids digestion and respiratory troubles, and cures bad breath
- Tulsi (holy basil) is a shrub known as 'the Queen of Herbs'
- Tulsi (holy basil) helps decrease glucose and cholesterol levels and improves blood pressure
- Tulsi (holy basil) is used to treat breathing and digestion disorders
- Tulsi (holy basil) has anti-bacterial properties that can be put into herbal hand sanitizers
- Tulsi (holy basil) can be a base for herbal mouthwash and toothpaste to treat bad breath, gum disease, and mouth ulcers
- Tulsi leaves can be washed and eaten raw or added to tea to dealing with stress
- Tulsi protects from pollutants
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