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Exploring what it means to feel happy and the things that make us smile.
Have you ever felt like there was a tiny, warm sun shining inside your chest that made your whole face light up?
When we feel happy, our face tells a story to everyone around us! The most famous sign of happiness is a smile. This is when the corners of your mouth turn up toward your ears. Sometimes, your eyes even crinkle at the corners or sparkle. It is like your face is giving the world a big, warm hug! Scientists say that even a small smile can start to make you feel better inside. We can think of it like a simple equation: .
1. Stand in front of a mirror. 2. Think about your favorite toy or a funny joke. 3. Watch the corners of your mouth move up. 4. Notice how your cheeks puff up a little bit. That is your happy face!
Quick Check
What is the most common sign of happiness that we see on someone's face?
Answer
A smile (where the corners of the mouth turn up).
Happiness isn't just on your face; it is a feeling in your whole body! When you are happy, you might feel light, like a colorful balloon floating in the sky. You might also feel energetic, which means you have lots of 'go-power' to run, jump, and play. It is the opposite of feeling heavy or tired. Your heart might even do a little happy dance inside your chest because you feel so good!
1. Imagine you just found out it is your birthday! 2. Feel that 'bubbly' feeling in your legs. 3. Notice how you want to move around rather than sit still. 4. This 'light' feeling is your body's way of being happy.
Quick Check
Does happiness make your body feel heavy like a big rock or light like a balloon?
Answer
It makes your body feel light and energetic like a balloon.
1. Think of one thing that makes you very happy (like playing tag). 2. Now, imagine inviting a friend to play with you. 3. Notice how seeing your friend smile makes you want to smile even more. 4. Sharing happiness is a great way to make the feeling grow bigger for everyone!
Where do the corners of your mouth go when you smile?
Which word describes how a happy body feels?
True or False: Everyone is made happy by the exact same things.
Review Tomorrow
Tomorrow morning, look in the mirror and see if you can remember the two parts of a happy face (the mouth and the eyes).
Practice Activity
Draw a picture of one activity that makes you feel 'light and energetic' and show it to a friend or teacher.