Jealous is like when you have a special toy, and you see someone else playing with a toy that you really want. It’s like your heart feels a little bit grumpy because you wish you had that toy, too. Your heart might feel like it’s saying, ‘Why don’t I have that?’ This feeling can make you feel a bit sad or mad.

Imagine your heart is a garden. When you feel jealous, it’s like a little weed grows there. If you don’t take care of it, the weed can grow bigger and make it hard for the pretty flowers to grow. The flowers are like your happy feelings. So, it’s important to talk about your feelings so the weeds don’t take over.

Jealous can also feel like when you have a favorite friend, and you see them playing with someone else. You might feel a little left out, like a cloud is covering your sunshine. But remember, there’s enough sunshine for everyone, and you can always share your feelings to help the sunshine come back.