EXPLAIN HOW I FEEL

 Describing emotions is an essential part of communication. People often explain how they feel to express their mood, share experiences, or connect with others. This topic focuses on helping students talk about their feelings using simple grammar structures, vocabulary, and expressions suitable for A1 and A2 learners.

By the end of this lesson, students will:

1. Understand how to use adjectives to describe emotions.
2. Learn useful phrases and vocabulary for explaining feelings.
3. Practice asking and answering questions about emotions in various contexts.

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GRAMMAR

1. Using "Feel" with Adjectives

• Structure: Subject + feel + adjective.
  • "I feel happy."
  • "She feels sad."

2. Talking About Reasons with "Because"

• Structure: Subject + feel + adjective + because + reason.
  • "I feel nervous because I have an exam tomorrow."
  • "They feel excited because it’s their birthday."

3. Present Continuous for Feelings

• Structure: Subject + am/is/are + feeling + adjective.
  • "I am feeling tired today."
  • "She is feeling proud of her work."

4. Questions About Feelings

• Structure: How + do/does + subject + feel?
  • "How do you feel?"
  • "How does he feel about the trip?"

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VOCABULARY

1. Happy: Feeling pleased or joyful.
   Example: "I feel happy when I see my friends."
2. Sad: Feeling unhappy.
   Example: "She feels sad when it rains."
3. Excited: Feeling eager and enthusiastic.
   Example: "They are excited about the concert."
4. Tired: Feeling in need of rest.
   Example: "I feel tired after school."
5. Nervous: Feeling worried or anxious.
   Example: "He feels nervous before a test."
6. Angry: Feeling upset or mad.
   Example: "She is angry about the mistake."
7. Proud: Feeling pleased about an achievement.
   Example: "We feel proud of our project."
8. Bored: Feeling uninterested.
   Example: "I am bored during long meetings."
9. Relaxed: Feeling calm and at ease.
   Example: "He feels relaxed after yoga."
10. Confident: Feeling sure and positive.
    Example: "She feels confident before her speech."

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

1. "I feel great today!"
2. "How do you feel about this idea?"
3. "I’m not feeling very well."
4. "She feels a bit nervous about the event."
5. "I feel excited because it’s a special day."
6. "They feel happy when they’re together."
7. "Do you feel tired after the workout?"
8. "He feels sad when he misses his family."
9. "I feel proud of what we achieved."
10. "What makes you feel relaxed?"

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SENTENCES

Positive Sentences

1. "I feel happy about my new job."
2. "She feels excited to visit her grandparents."
3. "They feel relaxed on the beach."

Negative Sentences

1. "I don’t feel nervous anymore."
2. "He doesn’t feel tired after his morning run."
3. "They don’t feel bored during the movie."

Questions

1. "How do you feel about learning English?"
2. "What makes you feel happy?"
3. "Does he feel confident before the exam?"

Answers

1. "I feel great about it!"
2. "Learning new things makes me feel excited."
3. "Yes, he feels confident because he studied a lot."

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CONVERSATION

Scene: Two friends talking after a long day.

Emma: Hi, Tom! How do you feel today?
Tom: Hi, Emma. I feel a little tired. What about you?
Emma: I’m feeling happy because I finished my project.
Tom: That’s great! I wish I felt the same. Why don’t we relax and watch a movie?
Emma: Sounds good! I always feel relaxed after a good film.

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READING

"Explaining Feelings at School"

John is a new student in school. On his first day, he feels nervous because he doesn’t know anyone. When he meets his teacher, he feels a little more confident because she is friendly.

During lunch, some students invite him to sit with them. This makes John feel happy and excited to make new friends. After school, he tells his parents about his day. "I was nervous at first, but now I feel proud because I made new friends!" he says.

John learned that it’s okay to feel nervous, but being open can lead to great experiences.

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Questions and Answers

1. Q: Why does John feel nervous at first?
   A: Because he doesn’t know anyone.

2. Q: How does John feel when he meets his teacher?
   A: He feels more confident.

3. Q: What makes John feel happy during lunch?
   A: Some students invite him to sit with them.

4. Q: How does John feel at the end of the day?
   A: He feels proud because he made new friends.

5. Q: What does John learn about feeling nervous?
   A: He learns that it’s okay to feel nervous and that being open can lead to good experiences.