Hello, World! — Introducing Yourself in English
Welcome to your first English lesson! Today you will learn how to meet new people and tell them about yourself. It's easier than you think — let's get started! 😊
Start the Lesson
📖 Reading Text
My Name is Emma
Read this short story. The words are simple. Take your time.
Part 1 — Emma's First Day
My name is Emma.
I am 25 years old.
I am from New York, USA.
I speak English and a little Spanish.
Today is my first day at school.
I feel excited.
I also feel a little nervous.
New places can be scary.
I walk into the classroom.
I see many new faces.
I smile at everyone.
A girl smiles back at me.
Her name is Sofia.
She is from Mexico.
She is very friendly.
We shake hands and say hello.
Part 2 — Getting to Know Each Other
"Hello! My name is Emma," I say.
"Nice to meet you!" says Sofia.
"Nice to meet you too!" I reply.
We both laugh. It feels good.
The teacher walks in.
His name is Mr. Brown.
He is tall and has a big smile.
He says, "Good morning, class!"
"Let's introduce ourselves," he says.
He points to a student.
"Please tell us your name."
The student stands up slowly.
"My name is Carlos," he says.
"I am from Brazil.
I like football and music.
I am happy to be here."
Everyone claps for Carlos.
Then it is my turn.
I stand up. I take a deep breath.
I say my name clearly and smile.
"Hello! I am Emma. I love reading and cooking. I hope we can be friends!" Everyone smiles. I sit down. I feel great!
📚 Vocabulary
Hard Words — What Do They Mean?
These are some of the trickiest words from the story. Learn them and you'll understand much more!
🔤 Introduce
Meaning: To tell people your name for the first time.
Example: "Let me introduce myself. My name is Emma."
🔤 Nervous
Meaning: Feeling worried or scared about something new.
Example: "I am nervous before speaking in class."
🔤 Excited
Meaning: Feeling very happy because something good is coming.
Example: "She is excited about her first day of school."
🔤 Friendly
Meaning: Kind and nice to other people.
Example: "Sofia is very friendly. She talks to everyone."
🔤 Reply
Meaning: To say something back to someone after they speak to you.
Example: "He said hello and I replied, 'Hello!'"
🔤 Clearly
Meaning: In a way that is easy to hear or understand.
Example: "Please speak clearly so everyone can hear you."
🔤 Clap
Meaning: To hit your hands together to show you like something.
Example: "Everyone clapped after Carlos spoke."
🔤 Scared
Meaning: Feeling afraid or worried about something.
Example: "I was scared to speak in front of the class."
🔗 Similar Words
Words That Are Close in Meaning
These 5 words are similar to the vocabulary words above — or they're useful for talking about yourself. Add them to your personal word list!
Greet
To say hello to someone. Similar to "introduce."
Example: "I greeted my new teacher warmly."
Cheerful
Happy and in a good mood. Similar to "excited."
Example: "Emma is always cheerful in the morning."
Respond
To answer someone. Similar to "reply."
Example: "She responded to my question quickly."
Shy
Nervous about talking to new people. Similar to "nervous."
Example: "Carlos was a little shy at first."
Warm
Friendly and kind. Similar to "friendly."
Example: "The teacher gave us a warm welcome."
❓ Comprehension
Let's Check! — 5 Questions About the Story
Read each question carefully. Think about what you read in Emma's story. Try to answer in your own words before checking the answers on the next card!
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Question 1
What is the girl's name in the story? Where is she from?
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Question 2
How does Emma feel on her first day at school?
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Question 3
What is the name of the new friend Emma meets? Where is she from?
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Question 4
What does Carlos say about himself when he introduces himself?
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Question 5
What does Emma say she loves when she introduces herself to the class?
✅ Answers
Answer Key — How Did You Do?
Check your answers below. Don't worry if you got some wrong — learning from mistakes is part of the process! 🌟
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Answer 1
The girl's name is Emma. She is from New York, USA.
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Answer 2
Emma feels excited and also a little nervous on her first day.
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Answer 3
Emma meets Sofia. Sofia is from Mexico.
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Answer 4
Carlos says his name, that he is from Brazil, and that he likes football and music. He says he is happy to be there.
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Answer 5
Emma says she loves reading and cooking, and she hopes everyone can be friends.

Great job checking your answers! If you got 4 or 5 correct, you're doing amazing. If you got fewer, go back and re-read the story — you've got this! 💪
💬 Idioms
Common English Idioms — Meeting People
Idioms are fun phrases that don't mean exactly what the words say. Native speakers use them all the time! Here are 3 idioms you might hear when meeting people.
Break the ice 🧊
Meaning: To do or say something to make people feel more comfortable when they first meet.
"The teacher told a joke to break the ice on the first day of class."
Put your best foot forward 👟
Meaning: To try your hardest and show the best version of yourself.
"When I meet new people, I always try to put my best foot forward."
On a first-name basis 🙋
Meaning: To know someone well enough to use their first name instead of their title.
"After one week, all the students were on a first-name basis with the teacher."

💡 Tip for learners: Don't try to memorize all idioms at once. Learn one or two, then practice using them in a sentence. Your friends will be impressed!
✨ Inspiration
Words of Wisdom — Famous Quotes
Even famous people had to introduce themselves for the first time! Let these quotes inspire you to be brave and speak with confidence.
"You never get a second chance to make a first impression."
— Will Rogers, American actor and humorist
This quote means the first time people see you or meet you is very important. When you introduce yourself, be kind, smile, and be confident — because that first moment matters!
"The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn't said."
— Peter Drucker, famous writer and teacher
This quote means that how you speak — your smile, your body language, your eyes — is just as important as your words. When you introduce yourself, remember: your smile speaks too! 😊
🗣️ Practice
Now It's Your Turn — Introduce Yourself!
Use this simple template to write your own introduction. Fill in the blanks with your real information. Then try to say it out loud!
My Introduction Template
"Hello! My name is ___________."

"I am ___ years old."

"I am from ___________."

"I speak ___________."

"I like ___________."

"I am happy to meet you!"
Helpful Tips 💡
  • Speak slowly and clearly
  • Smile when you say hello
  • Look at the other person's eyes
  • Say your name loudly and proudly
  • Don't worry about mistakes — it's okay!
  • Practice in front of a mirror first
  • Use simple words — less is more
Follow these three simple steps every time you meet someone new — and you'll always make a great first impression!
Lesson Complete — You Did It! 🎉
Congratulations! You finished the "Introducing Yourself" lesson. You've learned new vocabulary, practiced reading, discovered idioms, and even wrote your own introduction. That's a lot of learning in one lesson!
📖 Reading
You read a story about Emma's first day.
📚 Vocabulary
You learned 8 new important words.
❓ Questions
You answered 5 comprehension questions.
💬 Idioms
You discovered 3 real English idioms.

⭐ Keep practicing! Try to introduce yourself to one new person today — in English! Every conversation makes you better. We are proud of you. See you in the next lesson!