Exploring the Feeling of Happiness

Discover how to talk about happiness through this engaging conversation! Learn simple phrases to express joy, share proud moments, and connect with loved ones. Perfect for practicing English with kids while exploring the positive feelings that come from kindness and family time.

Mom:  What made you so happy today?

Child: I got an A+ on my math test! My teacher said I did a great job!

Mom: Wow, that’s amazing! How does it feel to get such a great grade?

Child: It feels so good! I’m happy because I studied really hard.

Mom: I’m so proud of you! When you feel happy, what do you like to do?

Child: I like to smile, tell you about my day, and play with my toys!

Mom: That sounds fun! I feel happy when we spend time together too. Does being with family make you feel happy?

Child: Yes! I love being with you and Daddy. We laugh and talk, and it makes me happy.

Mom: Me too, sweetheart. I’m glad we can make each other happy. Is there anything else that makes you happy?

Child: I feel happy when I help you, like when I clean my room or help with the dishes.

Mom: That’s so sweet! It makes me happy too when you help. I’m so proud of you!

Child: Thanks, Mommy! I like helping you.

Mom: I can see that! Being kind and helping others is a big part of happiness. Let’s always keep making each other happy!

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VOCABULARY LIST

  • Happy [ˈhæpi] (adjective) – Feeling good, joyful, or content. Example: “I’m feeling happy because I got a good grade on my test.”

    Test [tɛst] (noun) – An examination of knowledge or ability. Example: “I studied hard for my math test.”

    Grade [ɡreɪd] (noun) – A score or mark given for work or performance. Example: “She got an A+ on her math grade.”

    Proud [praʊd] (adjective) – Feeling pleased or satisfied with someone’s achievement. Example: “I’m proud of you for doing such a great job.”

    Smile [smaɪl] (verb) – To make a happy expression by turning the corners of your mouth up. Example: “You always smile when you’re feeling happy.”

    Help [hɛlp] (verb) – To assist someone in doing something. Example: “I like to help Mommy with the dishes.”

    Together [təˈɡɛðər] (adverb) – In each other’s company, not apart. Example: “We love spending time together as a family.”

    Kind [kaɪnd] (adjective) – Showing care and compassion for others. Example: “You are so kind to your friends and family.”

    Laugh [læf] (verb) – To make a sound of amusement, typically when something is funny. Example: “We always laugh when we are together.”

    Achieve [əˈtʃiːv] (verb) – To successfully complete or accomplish something. Example: “She worked hard to achieve an A+ in math.”

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Story with Missing Words

Mom: " What made you so today?"
Child: "I got an A+ on my math test! My said I did a great job!"
Mom: "Wow, that’s amazing! How does it to get such a great grade?"
Child: "It feels so good! I’m happy because I really hard."
Mom: "I’m so proud of you! When you feel happy, what do you like to do?"
Child: "I like to smile, you about my day, and play with my toys!"
Mom: "That sounds fun! I feel happy when we time together too. Does being with family make you feel happy?"
Child: "Yes! I love being with you and Daddy. We and talk, and it makes me happy."
Mom: "Me too, sweetheart. I’m glad we can make each other happy. Is there anything else that makes you happy?"
Child: "I feel happy when I you, like when I clean my room or help with the dishes."
Mom: "That’s so sweet! It makes me happy too when you help. I’m so of you!"
Child: "Thanks, Mommy! I like helping you."
Mom: "I can see that! Being kind and others is a big part of happiness. Let’s always keep making each other happy!"