It is very important for children who are just starting to learn English to develop a love for learning a language and to build a strong foundation in learning. In today’s course, we’ll explore some of the basics to help kids start their learning journey with confidence. From simple greetings to everyday words, this course will help kids learn basic English. Let’s get started and discover how to take the first steps in English!
Unit 1- Hello
The first step in learning any language is learning how to say “hello”! In this unit, we will explore simple greetings and introductions in English. From saying “Hi” and “Good morning” to asking someone’s name, these basic phrases will be the beginning point of this learning journey.
Vocabulary
Here is a table of all the words we are going to learn about in this unit.
| Hello | Name | How |
| Hi | Day | Feel |
| Good | Girl | Fine |
| Morning | Woman | Goodbye |
| Evening | Man | Bye |
| Night | Boy | Later |
Useful English Expressions
Let’s learn some useful English expressions when we are meeting someone!
Greetings
– Hello!
– Hi!
– Good morning.
– Good evening.
– Good night.
Meeting Someone
– What is your name?
– My name is Lucy.
– I am Lucy.
– You are Lucy.
– Are you a girl?
– I am a girl.
– I am not a woman.
– Are you a man?
– I am not a man.
– I am a boy.
– You are a boy.
– You are a girl.
– How are you?
– I am good.
– I am not good.
– What about you?
– I feel fine.
– I am fine.
Saying Goodbye
– Goodbye.
– Bye.
– See you later, Lucy.
Unit 2- At School
It is important to know phrases and expressions used at school. This unit will make the school day easier and more engaging as you practice English and learn the necessary interactions.
Vocabulary
Here is the list of the words you need to know in Unit 2!
| Stand up | Look | Ruler |
| Sit down | Teacher | Old |
| Board | Pen | New |
| Listen | Pencil case | Short |
| Quiet | Notebook | Long |
| Raise | Backpack | Big |
| Hand | Book | Small |
| Clock | Desk | Clean |
| Pencil sharpener | Eraser | Dirty |
| Glue | Crayons | Calculator |
| Bookcase | Map | Scissors |
| Globe | Chair | Marker |
Useful English Expressions
Here are the expressions and phrases you need to know and use while talking to your teacher or classmates in the classroom.
Classroom Language
– Stand up.
– Sit down.
– Go to the board.
– Listen to me.
– Be quiet.
– Raise your hand.
– Look at the teacher.
– Take out your book.
– Open your book.
– Close your book.
– Put your book away.
Classroom Objects
– It is a pen.
– It is an eraser.
– It is a notebook.
– This is my backpack.
– That is a book.
– It’s a ruler.
Object Descriptions
– This pen is old.
– It is not old.
– It is new.
– That pen is new.
– That ruler is not short.
– It is not short.
– This ruler is long.
– It is long.
– Your eraser is small.
– It is not small.
– It is big.
– My eraser is big.
Unit 3- On the Playground
While playing on the playground, communication is important to form friendships and have fun! In this unit, you will learn English words and phrases that will be helpful during games and activities. Let’s get started.
Vocabulary
Here are the words that we use in our expressions when we interact with others on the playground.
| Ball | Slide | Dog |
| Bucket | Puddle | Clouds |
| Toy | Tree | Bird |
| Doll | Flower | Cat |
| Bike | Grass | Play |
| Swing | Butterfly | Friend |
| Spring horse | Seesaw | Merry-go-round |
| Bench | Monkey bar | Sandbox |
| Hide and seek | Hopscotch | Jungle gym |
Useful English Expressions
These useful expressions and phrases will help you communicate and make friends while playing and having fun.
Toys and Playground Objects
– Is this a ball?
– Yes, it is.
– No, it isn’t.
– This is my bucket.
– That is your toy.
– I like the doll.
– I ride a bike.
– That is a swing.
– That is a slide.
Conversations About Nature
– That is a puddle.
– That is a tree.
– That is a flower.
– This is grass.
– That is a butterfly.
– That’s a dog.
– Those are clouds.
– There is a bird.
– There is a cat.
Making Friends
– Let’s play.
– Let’s be friends.
– You are my friend.
– Can we play together?
Unit 4- In the Neighborhood
In this unit, we will look around the neighborhood, explore the things we see around us, and learn how to talk about them. We will also meet our neighbors, and greet them politely.
Vocabulary
These words are the vocabulary we need to learn in Unit 4.
| Neighborhood | Motorbike | Teacher |
| Taxi | Job | Police officer |
| Truck | Neighbor | Bus driver |
| Car | Butcher | Work |
| Bus | Doctor | Student |
| Postman | Post office | School |
| Artist | Chef | Library |
| Engineer | Waiter | Restaurant |
| Pilot | Dentist | Supermarket |
| Lawyer | Pharmacy | Bakery |
| Fire fighter | Hairdresser | Book store |
Useful English Expressions
Let’s take a look around the neighborhood and talk about the things and the people we see.
Objects Around the Neighborhood
– This is my neighborhood.
– What’s this?
– It is a taxi.
– That is a truck.
– There is a car.
– What is that?
– That is a bus.
– It’s a motorbike.
Neighbors and Jobs
– This is my neighbor.
– Hello, Mister Morgan.
– Have a nice day!
– Nice to see you.
– Mr. Morgan is a doctor.
– Mrs. Morgan is a teacher.
– She isn’t a police officer.
– He is a bus driver.
– My father is a nurse.
– I am a student.
– Where do you work?
– What is your job?
– I don’t have a job.
Unit 5- My Family
Family is the biggest part of our lives. In this unit we will get to know our family members and observe and describe them according to how they look. Let’s get started and learn how to introduce your family to others in English!
Vocabulary
Here are the words used in the examples of this unit
| Mother | Brother | Handsome |
| Father | Sibling | Old |
| Grandmother | Uncle | Young |
| Grandfather | Aunt | Tall |
| Sister | Daughter | Short |
| Cousin | Son | Beautiful |
| Nephew | Twin | Pretty |
Useful English Expressions
These sentences, words and expressions will help you describe your family better to others.
Family Members
– This is my mother.
– That is my father.
– She is my grandmother.
– He is my grandfather.
– I have a sister.
– I have two siblings.
– That is my brother.
– That is my uncle.
– She is my aunt.
Describing People
– My mother is beautiful.
– My father is handsome.
– She is not tall.
– My brother is tall.
– My sister is short.
– I am young.
– My grandmother is old.
– Is your grandfather tall?
– Yes, he is.
– He is tall, handsome and old.
Unit 6- Art Class
Arts and crafts are so much fun! In this unit we will be learning words related to art class like colors and shapes. You will also learn how to ask someone’s favorite color and get to know them better.
Vocabulary
Here are the words used in the examples of this unit.
| One | Ten | Black |
| Two | Square | Blue |
| Three | Triangle | Green |
| Four | Rectangle | Yellow |
| Five | Circle | Orange |
| Six | Oval | Pink |
| Seven | Star | Purple |
| Eight | Color | Red |
| Nine | White | Favorite |
Useful English Expressions
These expressions will help you see the vocabulary used in sentences.
Shapes and Numbers
– What is that?
– That is a square.
– How many squares are there?
– There is one square.
– There are two triangles.
– There are three circles.
– There are four rectangles.
– There are five stars.
– How many ovals are there?
– There are six ovals.
– There are seven squares and eight circles.
– There are nine rectangles and ten ovals.
Colors
– What color is it?
– It is white.
– This color is black.
– This is red.
– It is not blue.
– It’s green.
– That is orange.
– Is it purple?
– No, it’s pink.
Conversation
– What is your favorite color?
– It is blue.
– What’s yours?
– Mine is orange.
– My favorite color is black.
– I don’t like red.
– I like green.
– My favorite color is yellow.
Unit 7- On the Farm
When spending time on the farm, we are surrounded by animals. In Unit 7, we will talk about animals and how we feel spending time outside on the farm.
Vocabulary
These are the words that will be mentioned in this unit.
| Farm | Chicken | Thirsty |
| Animal | Horse | Angry |
| Cow | Sheep | Tired |
| Barn | Duck | Cold |
| Pig | Goat | Hungry |
| Hay | Goose | Happy |
| Lamb | Donkey | Hot |
| Wheat | Farmer | Corn |
| Egg | Milk | Turkey |
| Tractor | Rabbit | Rooster |
Useful English Expressions
These expressions and words are going to help you discover the area next time you go to a farm!
Farm Animals
– This is a farm.
– What is that animal?
– There is a cow in the barn.
– The ducks are in the barn.
– There is a cow.
– These are chickens.
– Where are the horses?
-The horses are here.
– That is a sheep.
– I see a duck.
Feelings
– How do you feel?
– I feel hot.
– It is hot.
– I am angry.
– I am thirsty.
– I am not cold.
– I am tired.
– I feel hungry.
Unit 8- At the Park
There is so much to do when you go to the park. In this unit, you will learn about the activities you can do at the park alone or with friends. You can always practice these expressions and words with a friend.
Vocabulary
Here are the words that we need to know when we want to talk about our activities when we are at the park.
| Run | Swim | Jump rope |
| Fast | Dance | Baseball |
| Fly | Sing | Ride bike |
| Jump | Song | Climb |
| High | Draw | Tree |
Useful English Expressions
These are some ways to express activities you do when you’re at the park having fun!
– Can you run?
– Yes, I can run fast.
– Can you fly?
– I can jump high.
– Can you swim?
– I can dance.
– Can you sing?
– Yes, I can sing a song.
– I can’t draw.
– I can jump rope.
– Can you play baseball?
-No, I can’t play baseball.
– I can ride a bike.
– Can you climb a tree?
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Frequently Asked Questions About English Course for Kids Level 1
What is the best age for kids to start learning English?
Kids can start learning English as early as 3-5 years old when they are naturally curious and can absorb new languages easily.
How can I make learning English fun for my child?
Use games, songs, videos, and interactive activities to make learning enjoyable and engaging.
How much time should kids spend learning English every day?
Short and consistent sessions, like 15-30 minutes a day, work best for kids to stay focused and interested.
What should my child learn first in English?
Start with basic vocabulary like greetings, numbers, colors, and common objects, then move to simple phrases and sentences.
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