Listening

Listening is when we use our ears to pay attention to what another person is saying. It's kind of like when you're playing a game with your friend, and you're both paying attention to the rules so you can play well together. When we listen, we try our best to understand what the other person is telling us so we can respond in a way that makes sense.

There are many things we can do to listen better. We can sit still and not move around too much so we can concentrate. We can also look at the person we're listening to and make eye contact, which means we look at them in the face. We can also nod our heads or say "uh-huh" to show we're paying attention.

Sometimes, it's hard to listen because our minds start to wander. We might start thinking about something else or get distracted by a noise in the room. When this happens, we can try to refocus by taking deep breaths and trying to concentrate on what the person is saying.

Being a good listener is important because it helps us understand other people and their feelings. It also helps us communicate better with others and build stronger relationships. So the next time someone is talking to you, try to listen with your ears and your heart!