Thumbs Up Emoji: A Fun Way to Say “Good Job!”

Hi, kids! Do you like to use little pictures when you text? These pictures are called emojis. Today, we’re going to talk about a very special emoji – the thumbs up! 👍

What is an Emoji?

Before we talk about the thumbs up emoji, let’s learn what an emoji is. Emojis are small pictures we use when we write messages on phones or computers. They help us show how we feel without using words. There are emojis for faces, animals, food, and many other things!

The Thumbs Up Emoji: What Does It Look Like?

The thumbs up emoji looks like a hand making a fist, with the thumb pointing up. It’s usually yellow, like a smiley face. But on some phones, you can change the color to look like different skin tones.

Thumbs Up was approved as part of Unicode 6.0 in 2010 under the name “Thumbs Up Sign” and added to Emoji 1.0 in 2015.

Technical Information

Emoji	👍
Codepoints	U+1F44D
Unicode Name	Thumbs Up Sign
Apple Name	Thumbs Up
Also Known As	Thumbs UpLikeYes
Shortcodes	:thumbs_up: (Emojipedia):+1: (GitHub, Slack, Discord):thumbsup: (GitHub, Slack, Discord):thumbup: (Discord)
Proposals	L2/09-026 L2/07-257

What Does the Thumbs Up Emoji Mean?

When we give someone a thumbs up in real life, we’re saying “Good job!” or “I like that!” The thumbs up emoji means the same thing. It’s a way to show that we agree with something or that we think something is good.

Here are some times you might use the thumbs up emoji:

When your friend does a good job on their homework
If someone asks if you want to play, and you say yes
To show you like a picture someone shared
When your mom asks if you’re ready to go, and you are
To say “okay” or “got it” when someone tells you something

The History of the Thumbs Up

The thumbs up sign has been around for a long time – even before emojis! People have been using their thumbs to say “good job” for hundreds of years. In ancient Rome, people used the thumbs up to show they liked something.

How to Find the Thumbs Up Emoji

Want to use the thumbs up emoji? Here’s how to find it:

Open where you write messages on your phone or tablet
Look for the emoji button (it usually looks like a smiley face)
Tap the button to see all the emojis
Look for the hand emojis – the thumbs up should be there!
Tap the thumbs up, and it will show up in your message

Fun Facts About the Thumbs Up Emoji

Did you know these cool things about the thumbs up emoji?

It’s one of the most used emojis in the world!
Some people call it the “like” emoji because it looks like the “like” button on some websites.
There’s also a thumbs down emoji for when you don’t like something. It looks like this: 👎
You can make the thumbs up emoji bigger or smaller on some phones.
In some countries, the thumbs up can mean something different, so it’s good to be careful when using it with people from other places.

Other Emojis Like the Thumbs Up

The thumbs up emoji has some emoji friends! Here are some other emojis that mean similar things:

The OK hand: 👌
The clapping hands: 👏
The star eyes: 🤩
The party popper: 🎉
The blue ribbon: 🏅

These emojis can also show that you like something or think it’s good!

How Kids Can Use the Thumbs Up Emoji

The thumbs up emoji is great for kids to use! Here are some ways you can use it:

To tell your teacher you understand the homework
When your friend asks if you had fun at their birthday party
To show your parents you’re done with your chores
When someone shares a funny joke
To say “yes” when someone asks you a question

Remember, the thumbs up emoji is a nice way to show you like something without using words. But it’s also good to use words sometimes, especially to say important things like “thank you” or “I love you.”

Games with the Thumbs Up Emoji

Want to have fun with the thumbs up emoji? Try these games:

Emoji Story: Try to tell a story using only emojis, and use the thumbs up when something good happens!
Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down: Have a friend say different things, and you respond with either a thumbs up or thumbs down emoji to show if you like it or not.
Emoji Charades: Act out different emojis, including the thumbs up, and see if your friends can guess which one you’re doing.
Emoji Hunt: Look through your emoji keyboard and see how many different hand emojis you can find. The thumbs up might be the easiest!
Emoji Drawing: Try to draw the thumbs up emoji on paper. It’s harder than it looks!

Be Careful with Emojis

Even though emojis are fun, it’s important to be careful when we use them. Here are some things to remember:

Not everyone might know what an emoji means, so sometimes it’s better to use words.
Some emojis can look different on different phones, so the person you’re sending it to might see something a little different.
It’s not nice to use too many emojis in one message – it can be hard to read!
Always ask a grown-up if you’re not sure if it’s okay to use an emoji.

Wrap Up

The thumbs up emoji is a super fun and easy way to show you like something or agree with someone. It’s like giving a little high five through your phone or computer! Next time you want to say “good job” or “I like that,” try using the thumbs up emoji.

Remember, emojis are great, but they don’t replace kind words and actions. The best way to show someone you care is by being nice in real life, not just with emojis!

So go ahead and give a big thumbs up to your friends and family – both in emoji form and in real life! 👍😊