When you use something, it’s like playing with your favorite toy. You can hold it, move it around, and it helps you have fun. Just like how you use a toy to play, you can use a pencil to draw or a cup to drink water. Using things means making them do what they are supposed to do.

Think of use like when you wear your shoes to go outside. The shoes help protect your feet and make it easy to walk. Using shoes means putting them on your feet and walking or running. Shoes are made for wearing, just like a spoon is made for eating.

Imagine your teddy bear. You hug it when you’re sleepy or need comfort. That’s a way of using your teddy bear to feel better. The teddy bear is always there to help you feel safe. Using something means making it a part of what you do, like using a brush to paint a picture or using a book to read a story.