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π‘ Stilt Houses: Homes Above Water! π
Discover the fascinating world of stilt houses, their history, present locations around the globe, and innovative future designs that keep us safe and cool above water!
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Use only black and white icons to create illustations and make it a project work for Grade 2 student K Karthika Dhruthi from Primary School. π‘ STILT HOUSES: HOMES THAT STAND TALL! π What is a Stilt House? A stilt house is a special home built on tall, strong poles (called stilts) that lift the house high above the ground or water. Why are they built so high? Safety: To keep people and furniture safe from floods and rising water. Coolness: The shade underneath keeps the house cool in sunny weather. Past, Present, and Future Facts! π°οΈ History (A Long Time Ago!) Oldest Houses: Stilt houses were first built thousands of years ago, often near lakes. Materials: Early builders used strong tree trunks for the stilts. Protection: They kept people safe from wild animals and cold, wet ground. πΊοΈ Present (All Around the World!) Where to find them: They are famous in Asia (like Thailand and Vietnam) in floating villages over the water. How to travel: People use small boats or long, wooden walkways to visit their neighbors. Modern Use: Even big cities use stilt designs to build safely on the water's edge. π Future (New Ideas!) New Tech: Builders are using super strong materials that never rust in the water. Moving Stilts: Some future stilt houses might have stilts that can move up and down automatically if the water gets too high, like an elevator! β Fun Facts for the Poster! The stilts are driven deep into the mud to make the house perfectly balanced. The space under the house is great for parking boats! A stilt house is a super clever way to live near the water and stay safe.