Learning Objectives
- Read a poem about the first day of school
- Understand feelings of excitement and nervousness
- Learn words about school and classroom
- Talk about your own first day at school
- Practise introducing yourself to others
Key Concepts
First Day at School (Poem)
This poem is about a child who goes to school for the first time. The child feels excited but also a little nervous. Everything is new — new classroom, new teacher, new friends. The child wonders what school will be like and what they will learn. By the end of the day, the child feels happy and wants to come back again.
Feelings on the First Day
On the first day of school, children feel many things. They may feel happy because they are going to learn new things. They may feel scared because everything is new. They may feel shy because they do not know anyone yet. It is normal to have all these feelings. Soon, school becomes a fun and happy place.
Things at School
At school, we have a classroom with desks and chairs. We have a blackboard where the teacher writes. We have books, pencils, and erasers. We have a playground where we play during break time. We have a school bag to carry our things.
Making New Friends
On the first day, we meet new children. We can make friends by saying hello, sharing our things, and playing together. A good friend is kind, shares, and listens. We introduce ourselves by saying our name and asking others their name.
Important Terms
- School: A place where children go to learn
- Classroom: A room in the school where students sit and study
- Teacher: A person who helps us learn new things
- Friend: Someone we like and enjoy spending time with
- Excited: Feeling very happy and eager about something
- Nervous: Feeling a little worried or scared about something new
Quick Revision
- The poem is about a child's first day at school
- It is normal to feel excited and nervous on the first day
- At school we have classrooms, teachers, books, and a playground
- We make friends by being kind and sharing
- Introduce yourself by saying your name
- School is a fun place to learn and make friends