ICSE · Grade 1
Ch. 1: Hello Computer!
What a computer is, main parts (monitor, keyboard, mouse), fun uses and safe habits — kid-friendly animated lab.
Identify main computer parts
List learning uses
Follow screen-time safety
Use polite digital habits
💻 Grade 1 · Computer
Hello Computer Lab
Meet the parts · click safely · computers help us learn!
Hello!
🎨 Draw
📝 Type
🎮 Play & learn
🎧 Music
📚 Stories
🧮 Sums
A computer is a smart machine that helps us learn and create — with a grown-up nearby.
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Straight back
Sit straight at the desk
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Short time
Take breaks from the screen
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Ask adult
Ask before clicking new things
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Clean hands
Keep food and drink away
# Computers for kids
## Uses
Draw, type names, play educational games, listen to stories, do simple sums.
## Safety rules
1. Sit with a straight back
2. Keep screen at eye level when possible
3. 20-minute breaks for young eyes
4. Never share personal details online
5. Food and water away from the keyboard
## Laptop vs desktop
Desktop has separate parts; laptop folds into one piece.
Topics in this chapter
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What is a computer?
A smart machine that helps us learn and create…
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Main parts
Monitor, keyboard, mouse, CPU box…
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Safe use
Sit straight, short time, ask an adult…
Philosophy check
- What is this civilization?
- Why was it advanced?
- How did cities work?
- Where do we still see these ideas?
- Exams — what will be asked?