About this video
One Little Hello is a short story about Lumi, a firefly who feels shy about making a new friend. This page adds the story, the English phrase to learn, and questions to talk about with your child.
Meet the characters
A shy firefly looking for a new friend
The story in English
Lumi the firefly feels nervous about talking to someone new.
With a little courage, Lumi says hello, and makes a new friend.
Key English words from the story
“Hello! Can I play with you?”
Talk about it with your child
- Have you ever felt shy about saying hello to someone new?
- What can you say to ask a new friend to play?
- What happened when Lumi said hello?
Practise saying hello: 2 minutes
- Watch the video together and say the phrase aloud: "Hello! Can I play with you?"
- Practise saying hello to a stand-in friend, like a toy or a family member.
- Next time your child meets someone new, remind them of Lumi’s courage.
Frequently asked questions
What English phrase does this video teach?
"Hello! Can I play with you?" A simple, friendly way to ask someone to play.
What is the moral of One Little Hello?
A little courage can lead to a new friendship. It can be hard to speak to someone new, but a small first step like saying hello is often all it takes.
What age is this for?
It works well for young children just starting to speak in English, roughly ages 3 to 7.
My child feels shy about speaking English. How can I help?
Our guide on helping your child speak English at home has simple, everyday routines to build confidence.
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