A data model is like a picture of a house. It's a way of showing what something looks like, in this case information or data. Data models help us to understand how all the pieces of data fit together and what they mean. They help us to figure out which pieces of data are most important and also how to store them in the best way. Data models are like a blueprint for a house, but instead of showing us how to build something, it shows us how to make the most out of our data.