What is custom?

Custom is when people do things in a special way because that’s how they’ve always done them, like having a favorite snack every day.

Custom is like your favorite way to eat breakfast. Maybe you always have cereal with milk, or maybe you love toast with butter and jam. That’s what makes it your custom. Some people in the world do things the same way for a long time, like wearing clothes on certain days, or having a special song they sing when they're happy.

Sometimes, people follow custom because it feels right or helps them know what to expect. Like how your family might always eat dinner at 6 o’clock. It’s not magic, it's just something that makes life feel cozy and familiar.

When you grow up, you might make your own custom, too, like having a special way to say goodnight or doing a silly dance every time you win a game!