Hello, World! My First Steps in English

Hello, World! My First Steps in English

Good morning, everyone! My name is [Child's Name], and I'm a first-grader in elementary school. Today, I'm excited to share with you my journey learning English. It's a new and exciting adventure for me, and I hope you enjoy my story.

The Beginning of My Journey

When I first started learning English, it was a bit scary. I knew some words and phrases from watching cartoons and playing games, but speaking it fluently was a different story. My teacher, Mrs. Smith, was very patient and kind. She told us that learning a new language was like taking a trip to a new country – it takes time to get used to the new sights, sounds, and customs.

I remember the first day of class when we all stood up and introduced ourselves in English. It was nerve-wracking, but also exciting. I could feel my heart pounding as I tried to say my name clearly. "Hello, my name is [Child's Name]," I said, trying my best to pronounce each word correctly.

The ABCs of English

Learning the alphabet was the first step in my English journey. It was like starting from scratch, but it was also fun because we sang songs and did finger plays to help us remember the letters. My favorite song was the "ABC Song," which went like this:

> "A-B-C, once I knew little Elsey,

> She said, 'How do you do?'

> And so it goes on from A to Z."

I still sing it to myself sometimes when I'm feeling a bit confused about my English lessons.

Vocabulary Building

After mastering the alphabet, we moved on to learning vocabulary. Mrs. Smith taught us new words every day and encouraged us to use them in our conversations. It was challenging at first, but with practice, it became easier.

One of the most memorable words I learned was "hello." It's such a simple word, but it's so important in starting a conversation. Whenever I meet someone new, I make sure to say "Hello!" and wait for their response. It's a polite way to show that you're friendly and ready to talk.

Practicing with Games

One of the things I enjoyed most about learning English was playing games. We played "I Spy" with English words, "Simon Says" with English phrases, and "Pictionary" where we had to draw pictures of the words we heard. These games helped me remember new words and use them in real-life situations.

For example, during "I Spy," if someone said "a red apple," I would try to find an apple in the classroom or outside and draw it for "Pictionary." It was a fun way to practice my drawing skills and my English at the same time.

Reading and Singing

Reading is another important part of my English learning journey. Mrs. Smith introduced us to simple books with pictures and easy-to-understand text. My favorite book was "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle. It's about a caterpillar who eats his way through different foods and grows into a beautiful butterfly.

Reading helped me learn new words and understand their meanings in context. It also made me appreciate the beauty of language and the stories we can tell with it.

Singing songs in English was another fun activity we did in class. We sang songs about animals, colors, numbers, and even about our families. My favorite song was "The Wheels on the Bus," which goes like this:

> "The wheels on the bus go round and round,

> Round and round, round and round.

> The wheels on the bus go up and down,

> Up and down, up and down."

It's a catchy tune that stuck in my head for days after class!

Speaking Up and Having Fun

One of the biggest challenges I faced when learning English was speaking up in class. I was afraid of making mistakes or sounding silly, but Mrs. Smith encouraged us to speak up and make mistakes. She said that mistakes are part of the learning process and that we should embrace them as opportunities to grow.

With her encouragement, I started speaking up more often in class discussions and even participated in some group activities where we had to talk about our experiences or share our opinions. It was scary at first, but it also felt good to know that I could express myself in a new language.

My Family's Support

Learning English wouldn't have been possible without the support of my family. My parents encouraged me to practice my English at home by speaking it as much as possible with them. They even started using some English phrases themselves, like saying "Have a good day!" instead of "Have a nice day."

My siblings also helped me by playing games with me in English and correcting my pronunciation when they heard me making mistakes. It was nice to have them as partners in my learning journey.

**Conclusion

Learning English has been an exciting adventure for me so far. It's been challenging at times, but also rewarding when I see myself improving every day. I've learned new words, practiced my speaking skills, and discovered the joy of reading and singing in a new language.

I'm grateful for the support of my teacher, Mrs. Smith, and my family who have been there for me every step of the way. I hope that by sharing my story with you today, you can see that learning a new language is possible for everyone – no matter how old or young you are!

Thank you for listening to my story about my first steps in English!

This concludes my speech today. Thank you for your attention!