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🎈 Let’s Discover Question Words!

Introduction

Hello, little explorers! 🌟 Today we’re going to learn about Question Words—the special words that help us ask about the world around us.

1. What Are Question Words?

Question words are tiny “magic keys” that open the door to answers. When you use them, you can find out who, what, when, where, why, or how something happened.

2. The 5 W’s and 1 H

WordWhat It AsksExample
WhoPersonWho is your best friend?
WhatThing or ideaWhat is your favorite snack?
WhenTimeWhen do you go to school?
WherePlaceWhere is the park?
WhyReasonWhy do cats purr?
HowWay or methodHow do you tie your shoes?

Think of them as a superhero team—each one has a special power!

3. How to Use Question Words

  1. Start With The Word (who, what, …).
  2. Add A Verb (like “is,” “do,” “can”).
  3. Finish With The Rest of your sentence.

Example: Why + do + birds + sing?Why Do Birds Sing?

Practice by turning statements into questions. “The dog is brown.” → “What color is the dog?”

4. Play Time: Question Word Hunt

Grab a picture book and point to a page. Ask yourself:

  • Who is in the picture?
  • What are they doing?
  • When might this be happening?

Write down the answers or draw a tiny picture for each question. It’s a fun detective game!

Did You Know?

The word “Why” is the oldest question word in English! It started as “hwa,” which meant “what cause.” 🌍

Conclusion

Now you have the secret tools to ask anything you’re curious about. Keep practicing, ask lots of questions, and watch how many amazing answers you discover. Happy exploring! 🚀

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