Why Do We Need Air?

Hi there! Did you know that air is super important for us? Just like how you need food and water to be strong and healthy, you also need air! Let's find out why.

What is Air?

Air is everywhere around us! It's the stuff we breathe in every time we take a breath. Although we can’t see it, air is made up of invisible tiny particles called molecules.

Why Do Our Bodies Need Air?

Have you ever played really hard and then started to feel tired? That’s because your body is using energy!

Every cell in your body needs something called oxygen. Oxygen is a special part of air that helps our cells work. Just like a car needs gas to go, our bodies need oxygen to keep going!

What Happens Without Air?

If there is no air, we cannot breathe in oxygen. And without oxygen, our body cells can't work like they're supposed to. That’s why we need to breathe air every few seconds! If we stop breathing, we can only last for a few minutes before our bodies start to feel really tired and weak.

How Can We Help Our Bodies?

To help our bodies stay healthy and strong, we should:

• Take deep breaths of fresh air.
• Play outside where there is lots of air.
• Eat healthy foods that help our bodies use oxygen better.

So remember, each time you feel the breeze or take a big breath, you're giving your body the air and oxygen it needs to be happy and healthy!