Asking for Help
Everyone needs help sometimes. Learn how to ask for it the right way.
Everyone Needs Help Sometimes
Even grown-ups ask for help! Doctors, teachers, builders — they all help each other. Asking for help is smart and brave, not silly or weak.
Grown-ups Ask for Help Too!
Doctors
Teachers
Builders
Chefs
Try First, Then Ask
Before you ask for help, have a go first because trying is how you learn. If you're stuck after trying, that's the perfect time to ask!
Try first!
Still stuck?
Ask for help!
You did it!
Who Can You Ask?
A teacher, a parent, a friend, or another trusted grown-up. Choose someone who knows about your problem. If one person can't help, try someone else.
Teacher
Parent
Friend
Trusted Adult
How to Ask Nicely
Use polite words: "Excuse me, could you please help me with...?" Explain what you've already tried. Say "thank you" when someone helps you, because it shows you appreciate their time.
"Excuse me..."
"Could you please help me with...?"
"I tried ... but I'm stuck on ..."
"Thank you for helping me!"
Think About It
- 1 Can you think of a time you asked for help and it went well?
- 2 Why do you think some people feel shy about asking for help?
- 3 What polite words can you use when you need help?
Knowledge Check
Test what you know about asking for help. Pick the best answer!
Question 1
Asking for help is...
Question 2
Before asking for help, you should...
Question 3
Who is a good person to ask for help at school?
Question 4
A polite way to ask for help is...
Question 5
After someone helps you, you should say...
Key Concepts Summary
- ● Everyone needs help sometimes — it's brave to ask.
- ● Try first, then ask if you're still stuck.
- ● Choose a trusted person like a teacher, parent, or friend.
- ● Use polite words and always say thank you.