5.3 World of Homes
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Have you ever thought about what makes your home or neighborhood a great place to live? Is it the parks where you play, the safe streets, or the friendly neighbors? For many kids around the world, having a safe and happy place to live isn't guaranteed. Millions of people don’t have a safe or comfortable place to live. Some live in crowded slums, others in homes that can’t stand storms, floods, or earthquakes. In many places, people lose their homes because of disasters, wars, or even poverty. That’s why the world came up with SDG 11: “Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.” Communities, and people like us work together to create better housing, cleaner cities, and stronger, greener homes. It’s a big job, but every step makes life better for someone.
It’s about making sure everyone, no matter where they live, has a home that is:
- Safe: So people feel protected from disasters like floods or fires.
- Strong: Homes, roads, and schools that can handle storms or earthquakes.
- Green: Using materials and designs that don’t hurt the planet.
- Fair: Helping everyone, even those who lost their homes, to find a place to live.
In these stories people are living in different houses. Match each house to one or more SDG 11 goals.
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Rani lives in a small high-rise apartment in a crowded city. The building is made of pre-fabricated concrete, which was cheap and fast to construct. However, the windows don’t close properly, and the roof leaks during heavy rain. Her family struggles to afford rent, but they have no other options. CorrectIncorrect -
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Kamal’s house is made of mud bricks and thatch in the village. It stays cool in the summer, but during monsoon rains, the walls weaken, and the roof needs constant repairs. Kamal and his family live simply but feel proud of their home’s connection to tradition. CorrectIncorrect -
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Fatima lives in a newly renovated old building with thick stone walls and a shared garden. The house stays cool in summer and warm in winter. The renovation used local materials and added solar panels for electricity. The rent is higher than most apartments, but the savings on energy bills make it manageable. CorrectIncorrect -
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Ravi in the village built his house with a mix of bamboo and bricks, raising it on stilts to avoid flood damage. The sloped roof keeps out rain, and large windows provide natural ventilation. He used bamboo from the nearby forest and bricks from a local kiln. CorrectIncorrect -
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Karim lost his house in a flood and now lives in a temporary shelter made of tarpaulin and wooden poles. The shelter was donated by an NGO. It provides basic protection, but it gets too hot in summer and is not very durable. CorrectIncorrect -
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Asha’s family moved into a city, a brand-new high-rise with modern insulation and solar panels. The building is part of a government program to provide affordable housing. The apartments are small, but the facilities are good, and the rent is fair for families like hers. CorrectIncorrect -
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Priya lives in Dharavi, one of the largest slums in India. Her house is built from tin sheets and scrap wood, with a roof patched together from tarpaulin and plastic. There’s no running water, and the narrow streets flood during monsoons. Despite the conditions, Priya’s family has built a small community with their neighbors, sharing resources and supporting each other. CorrectIncorrect -
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Samuel from Kenya wanted to build a strong and affordable house for his family. With the help of a local NGO, he used earthbags (sacks filled with soil) to construct walls that were durable and eco-friendly. The rounded shape of the house makes it resistant to strong winds, and the thick walls keep it cool during hot days. Samuel is proud of his home, which uses materials directly from his land. CorrectIncorrect -
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Ayesha lives on a houseboat in Kerala’s backwaters. Her home is made of wood and palm leaves, floating gently on the water. It’s perfect for the region, where rivers and canals are a way of life. The boat’s roof provides shade, and the open sides let the breeze flow in. Ayesha says living on water keeps her family safe from flooding, but maintenance is a constant challenge. CorrectIncorrect -
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When Lindiwe moved to the city for work, she struggled to find an affordable apartment. Then, she discovered a project converting shipping containers into homes. Her container home is small but well-insulated, with solar panels on the roof. It’s durable, and the project has turned unused industrial materials into housing for hundreds of people. CorrectIncorrect
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