MORNING ROUTINE

In this lesson, you’ll practice everyday phrases and vocabulary used during a typical morning routine. From waking up and brushing teeth to getting dressed, eating breakfast, and packing for school, this conversation will help you master common expressions for starting the day with your child.

1.Waking Up :

Mom: “Good morning, sweetheart! Time to wake up!”
Child: “Five more minutes, Mommy!”
Mom: “No, no, it’s time to get up. The sun is shining, and breakfast is waiting!”
Child: “Okay, but I’m still sleepy.”
Mom: “I know, but we have to get ready for school. Let’s start the day with a big smile!”

2. Brushing Teeth :

Mom: “Here’s your toothbrush. Put some toothpaste on it.”
Child: “How much should I use?”
Mom: “Just a little, like this. Now brush your teeth – up and down, round and round.”
Child: “I don’t like the taste of this toothpaste!”
Mom: “Oh, it’s minty. It’s good for your teeth. Now, don’t forget to rinse!”

3. Getting Dressed :

Mom: “What do you want to wear today, your blue shirt or the red one?”
Child: “The red one! It’s my favorite.”
Mom: “Okay, let’s put it on. Can you zip up your pants by yourself?”
Child: “I need help, Mommy.”
Mom: “Alright, let me help. There you go! You look so smart!”

4. Eating Breakfast :

Mom: “What would you like for breakfast? Toast or cereal?”
Child: “Cereal! Can I have some milk too?”
Mom: “Of course! Here’s your spoon. Don’t forget to say ‘thank you!’”
Child: “Thank you, Mommy! Can I have orange juice too?”
Mom: “Sure! You’re eating so well this morning.”

5. Packing for School :

Mom: “Let’s pack your school bag. Do you have your books?”
Child: “Yes, they’re here.”
Mom: “What about your pencil case and lunchbox?”
Child: “I forgot my lunchbox!”
Mom: “Let’s grab it from the kitchen. Now you’re ready to go!”

6. Saying Goodbye :

Mom: “Okay, sweetheart, have a great day at school!”
Child: “I will, Mommy! Bye-bye!”
Mom: “Bye! Be good and listen to your teacher. I love you!”
Child: “I love you too!

VOCABULARY LIST

 1. Toothbrush /ˈtuːθ.brʌʃ/ – (Noun) A small brush with bristles, used for cleaning teeth.

Example: “Here’s your toothbrush. Put some toothpaste on it.”

2. Toothpaste /ˈtuːθ.peɪst/ – (Noun) A paste used with a toothbrush to clean teeth.

Example: “Put some toothpaste on your toothbrush.”

3. Cereal /ˈsɪə.ri.əl/ – (Noun) A food made from grains, usually eaten with milk for breakfast.

Example: “What would you like for breakfast? Toast or cereal?”

4. Lunchbox /ˈlʌntʃ.bɒks/ – (Noun) A container used to carry lunch.

Example: “Did you pack your lunchbox?”

5. Zip /zɪp/ – (Verb) To fasten something with a zipper.

Example: “Can you zip up your jacket?”

6. Rinse /rɪns/ – (Verb) To wash something with clean water.

Example: “Don’t forget to rinse your mouth after brushing.”

7. Breakfast /ˈbrɛkfəst/ – (Noun) The first meal of the day, eaten in the morning.

Example: “What would you like for breakfast?”

8. Favorite /ˈfeɪ.vər.ɪt/ – (Noun) The thing you like most.

Example: “Chocolate is my favorite food.”

9. Ready /ˈrɛd.i/ – (Adjective) Prepared or set for something.

Example: “Is everything ready for the party?”

10. Goodbye /ɡʊdˈbaɪ/ – (Interjection) A way of saying you are leaving or parting from someone.

Example: “Goodbye, I’ll see you tomorrow!”

WAKING UP - Fill in the Blanks

Story with Missing Words
1. Waking Up

Mom: "Good morning, ! Time to wake up!"
Child: " more minutes, Mommy!"
Mom: "No, no, it’s time to get up. The sun is shining, and breakfast is waiting!"
Child: "Okay, but I’m still ."
Mom: "I know, but we have to get ready for school. Let’s start the day with a big !"

2. Brushing Teeth

Mom: "Here’s your toothbrush. Put some on it."
Child: "How much should I use?"
Mom: "Just a little, like this. Now brush your teeth – up and down, round and round."
Child: "I don’t like the taste of this !"
Mom: "Oh, it’s . It’s good for your teeth. Now, don’t forget to rinse!"

3. Getting Dressed

Mom: "What do you want to wear today, your shirt or the one?"
Child: "The one! It’s my favorite."
Mom: "Okay, let’s put it on. Can you up your pants by yourself?"
Child: "I need help, Mommy."
Mom: "Alright, let me help. There you go! You look so !"

4. Eating Breakfast

Mom: "What would you like for breakfast? or ?"
Child: "! Can I have some milk too?"
Mom: "Of course! Here’s your spoon. Don’t forget to say ‘thank you!’"
Child: "Thank you, Mommy! Can I have juice too?"
Mom: "Sure! You’re eating so well this morning."

5. Packing for School

Mom: "Let’s pack your school bag. Do you have your ?"
Child: "Yes, they’re here."
Mom: "What about your and ?"
Child: "I forgot my !"
Mom: "Let’s grab it from the kitchen. Now you’re ready to go!"

6. Saying Goodbye

Mom: "Okay, sweetheart, have a great day at !"
Child: "I will, Mommy! Bye-bye!"
Mom: "Bye! Be good and listen to your . I love you!"
Child: "I love you too!"