‘What do the
villagers produce in
Chembakolli?’
Produced in Chembakolli…
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Discussion Points
What do you think the
difference between CASH
CROPS and FOOD CROPS is?
When might the villagers
plant their crops?
The History of Tea
Tea has been around for more than 5000
years. During this time it has influenced
lots of cultures, world leaders and even a
couple of wars! Tea is thought to be more
than a favourite drink. It is also thought to
have great healing and medicinal uses.
Tea's history began nearly 5000 years ago in
Ancient China….
England
India
China
The Emperor Shen Nung was not only the
Emperor of China but also a scientist. He was
said to have demanded that all of his drinking
water be boiled as a way to cleanse it before it
was drank. His obsession with hygiene lead to
the discovery of tea…….
While on a road trip to a distant realm of China
he stopped for a rest. While the water was
being boiled, dried leaves from a nearby bush
fell into the water causing the water to become
brown in colour. The emperor tried the drink
even though it had turned brown and right away
fell in love with it, thus the world obsession with
tea was born.
Where is tea grown?
• China
• Japan
• Taiwan
• India
• Sri Lanka
Why is Tea so important?
 Many areas in India have chosen to
plant tea because it is a permanent crop
so allows the people to claim their land
for many years
• Tea provides a regular monthly income
and is the main economy for the country
“I like hot tea and cold tea! I
like hot tea in January when it
is cold, and cold tea in July
when it is hot!”
Kirimaran from Chembakolli (8 years old)
Assess your learning so far
I have learnt …
or
I would still like to find out …
Tea in Chembakolli…
• Adivasi people started the production of tea in
Chembakolli. Adivasi means ‘first people’ and they
have lived in the Nilgiri Hills surrounding the village
for over a thousand years.
• Tea is one of the most popular drinks in Chembakolli.
• The villagers of Chembakolli grow tea called Pure
Nilgiri Tea, which is grown in the nearby Nilgiri Hills.
 As a custom, in India, Black tea is taken with milk and
sugar. Spiced tea, known as ‘Chai’ or ‘Masala Chai’
added with pepper, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves and
sugar is also very popular.
• Tea time is a chance to relax, think about the day and
enjoy spending time with friends….