Naming People and Things
We use words to name the people, animals and things around us. Knowing these words helps us talk about our surroundings.
At home and at school, we use many simple English words every day to identify people and objects.
Learning Objectives
- Recognise simple naming words.
- Name familiar people.
- Name familiar animals and things.
- Use simple words while speaking.
Naming People
We can use simple words to name people we know.
These words name people.
Naming Animals
We also use words to name animals.
These words name animals.
Naming Things
Many objects around us also have names.
These words name things.
Using Words While Speaking
We can use naming words when talking about things around us.
This is a book.
That is my bag.
The dog is here.
Common Mistakes
- Make sure the word matches the person or thing you are naming.
- Listen carefully when learning a new word.
- Try to say the complete word clearly.
Practice
1. Name one person.
2. Name one animal.
3. Name one thing in your classroom.
4. What is the name of the object you are carrying to school?
Try It Yourself
Look around you and say the English names of five people, animals or things that you know.
Quick Revision
- Words can name people, animals and things.
- We use naming words to talk about our surroundings.
- Knowing everyday words helps us speak clearly.
Next Step
Now that you can name people and things, the next lesson will help you talk about yourself using simple English.