Needful for Dummies

Alright, kiddo, let's talk about the word "needful." This word means something that is necessary or essential, like when you need something. It's like when you're really thirsty and you need a drink of water to make you feel better. That drink of water is needful for you. Or think about when you're in school and you need a pencil to write with. That pencil is needful for you to do your work. So, "needful" basically means something that you really have to have or really need.

But there's another meaning for "needful" too. It can also mean something that's helpful or beneficial. For example, if you're trying to learn how to ride a bike, having someone there to help you and give you tips is needful. They're helping you out and making it easier for you to learn, which is pretty needful, right?

So, whether something is necessary or helpful, or essential or beneficial, if it's needful, it means it's really important and something that you really need. So, next time you hear the word "needful," you'll know it's talking about something important or useful!