First person facts for kids

When we talk about "first person," we're usually talking about how someone tells a story or describes something. It's all about seeing things from the point of view of the person who is speaking or writing. Think about it like looking through someone's eyes or hearing their thoughts directly.

What is First Person?

"First person" is a way to show who is doing the talking or acting. It helps us understand if someone is talking about themselves, a group they are part of, or if they are seeing the world through a character's eyes.

In Grammar

In grammar, "first person" refers to the person speaking or writing. It uses special words called pronouns to show this.

• Singular: When one person is talking about themselves, they use words like "I," "me," "my," and "mine."

* Example: "I went to the park."

• Plural: When a group of people is talking about themselves, they use words like "we," "us," "our," and "ours."

* Example: "We played games all afternoon."

In Storytelling

When a story is told in the first person, it means the narrator (the person telling the story) is also a character in the story. You experience everything through their eyes and hear their thoughts. This makes the story feel very personal.

• The narrator uses "I" or "we" to describe what they see, feel, and do.
• You only know what that character knows or experiences.
• Many popular books and movies use this style.

* Example: A diary entry is always written in the first person.

In Video Games

In video games, "first-person perspective" means you see the game world as if you are looking through the eyes of your character. It's like you are actually inside the game, seeing what your character sees.

• You don't see your character's back or body, only their hands or weapons sometimes.
• This perspective makes the game feel very immersive and exciting.
• It's very common in many types of games, especially action and adventure games.

First-Person Shooters

A "first-person shooter" (often called FPS) is a type of video game where you play from a first-person perspective. The main goal usually involves using weapons to shoot enemies.

• These games are known for their action and fast pace.
• Players feel like they are right in the middle of the action.
• Many famous video games are first-person shooters.

Related Ideas

Understanding "first person" helps us understand other ways of talking about people.

• Second person: This is when you talk directly to someone else, using words like "you."
• Third person: This is when you talk about someone else or something else, using words like "he," "she," "it," or "they."