The Healthy Mix: Reading Comprehension for Class 1

 This Grade 1 worksheet, “The Healthy Mix,” introduces young learners to recipe writing through a simple, step-by-step guide on making fruit salad. It helps students improve reading comprehension, sequencing, and vocabulary while learning about healthy eating habits. The passage combines fun reading with practical life skills, teaching children to follow instructions carefully. 
The topic “Recipe Writing: Fruit Salad” builds observation and organization skills by helping children understand order and purpose in each step. With both multiple-choice and short-answer activities, this worksheet reinforces factual understanding and expressive writing. 

Why Recipe Writing Matters in Grammar?

 Recipe writing strengthens comprehension through structured instructions. For Grade 1 learners, this worksheet helps to: 
1. Learn sequencing and action verbs like “wash,” “cut,” and “mix.” 
2. Understand the importance of clarity and order in writing. 
3. Explore healthy eating vocabulary in a fun context. 
4. Build early writing confidence through real-life examples. 

What’s Inside This Worksheet?

 🧠 Exercise 1 – Choose the Correct Answer 
Students answer questions about ingredients, preparation steps, and nutritional benefits. 

✏️ Exercise 2 – Think and Write 
Students reflect on why fruit salad is healthy and name their favorite fruits. 

✅ Answer Key (For Parents & Educators) 

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice Answers 
1. b) Fruit salad 
2. d) Wash them 
3. a) Apple, banana, orange, grapes 
4. a) Honey or sugar 
5. c) During breakfast or snack time 
6. b) Vitamins and energy 

Exercise 2 – Short Answers 
7. Wash all the fruits properly. 
8. So that fruits do not get mashed. 
9. Apple and banana. 
10. It has vitamins and gives energy. 

Encourage your child to read, follow, and enjoy healthy recipes while strengthening comprehension skills. 
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