Set of 18 worksheets showing pictures of children with a variety of emotions. Students to draw and write about what they think happened to make the child feel this way.

Why do you need this?

This activity can help children become more aware of different emotions and how they manifest in facial expressions. By reflecting on what might have caused the emotions depicted, students can develop empathy and understanding towards others' feelings.

Drawing and writing about emotions encourage students to express their thoughts and feelings in a creative way. It supports language development as students describe emotions and articulate possible scenarios that led to them.

How and when might you use this?

These worksheets could be used in a variety of ways:

· Social emotional learning lessons focused on emotional intelligence and empathy.

· Group discussions in which students can share their interpretations of the emotions shown and brainstorm possible reasons behind them.

· Writing prompts for story writing.

· Counseling sessions to facilitate discussions about students' emotions and experiences, providing valuable insights for educators and counselors.

What is included?

18 worksheets – 9 in color and 9 in black and white

Bingo game to support children in using different calming strategies to help with anxiety. Each time they use a different strategy they can mark it off on the board and try to get 3 in a row. There are different versions for children to either write down their own preferred strategies or use the given ones.

Why do you need this?

Managing anxiety can be challenging for children. This bingo game provides a unique and engaging approach for teaching calming strategies to help children handle difficult emotions.

How and when might you use this?

Anxiety Bingo transforms a classic game into a tool for building emotional intelligence. It’s an excellent way to introduce calming skills or reinforce concepts learned. By completing the boards children can discover new coping methods tailored to their needs. This versatile resource works for individual and group settings with children of varying ages and abilities.

What’s included?

The set includes 3 different bingo boards each with 9 squares. Each square features a different calming technique like taking deep breaths, getting a drink of water, hugging a stuffed animal, positive self-talk, or writing down your feelings. Children can use the blank board to fill in their own ideas or use the suggested strategies.

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Daily journal to encourage children to think about the positives of each day, however small. This can support children who are suffering from depression or low self-esteem

Why do you need this?

For children experiencing depression or struggling with low self-esteem, a Daily Journal provides a structured outlet to express thoughts and emotions. By highlighting positive experiences, children may gradually shift their perspective and build resilience against negative feelings.

Recording daily achievements, no matter how small, can boost children's self-confidence and self-esteem. Celebrating accomplishments, overcoming challenges, or expressing gratitude for supportive interactions reinforces a sense of competence and worthiness.

How and when might you use this?

This journal could be used in a variety of ways:

· As part of the morning routine to start the day on a positive note.

· During transition times to help check in with children and aid smooth transitions

· At the end of the day by way of reflection

· Daily guided journaling sessions

· During 1:1 check-ins for children suffering with depression or low self-esteem

What is included?

Included are 8 different journal pages

This worksheet allows children to draw a picture of a place that makes them feel happy that they can imagine themselves in when they feel anxious.

Why do you need this?

Drawing a picture of a happy place serves as a coping strategy for children experiencing anxiety. It provides them with a tangible tool to manage their emotions and redirect their focus to a positive and comforting mental space.

Visualizing and imagining themselves in a happy place can help children regulate their emotions during moments of anxiety. The act of drawing and picturing themselves in a calming environment promotes relaxation and reduces stress levels.

How and when might you use this?

This worksheet can be used in a variety of ways:

· During social-emotional lessons focused on managing emotions, regulation, and anxiety. Students can draw their happy place and share their drawings with classmates, fostering a sense of community and empathy.

· During counselling sessions with students who experience anxiety. It provides a structured activity for children to explore their emotions and coping mechanisms in a safe and supportive environment.

· During mindfulness or relaxation practices.

Worksheet in which children can think about things other people can do for them to help them calm down when they are in a heightened emotional state and also the things other people might do that make them feel worse.

Why do you need this?

Encouraging children to reflect on effective coping strategies empowers them to regulate their emotions constructively. By identifying supportive actions from others, children learn to seek help and utilize resources to manage their feelings effectively.

The worksheet fosters social awareness and interpersonal skills by prompting children to consider how others' behaviors impact their emotional well-being. Recognizing supportive actions versus unhelpful behaviors enhances empathy and communication skills in social interactions.

How and when might you use this?

This worksheet could be used in a variety of ways:

· During early morning to start the day by discussing strategies for managing emotions and supporting each other.

· As part of social-emotional learning for lessons focused on emotional regulation and social skills development.

· During conflict resolution to help students identify behaviors that contribute to emotional escalation and those that promote de-escalation and resolution.

· During counseling sessions to help students reflect on their emotional triggers and coping strategies.

· For behavioral intervention plans for students who struggle with emotional regulation. Use it as a tool for identifying triggers and proactive strategies to prevent escalation, as well as supportive actions from peers and adults.

4 worksheets for children to describe and reflect on their emotions including happy, sad, angry and anxious.

Why do you need this?

Understanding emotions is an essential social-emotional skill for children to learn. This set of four worksheets helps children identify and process their feelings in a reflective way. Children can build emotional intelligence through self-expression.

What’s included?

There are four different worksheets for happy, sad, angry and anxious. In each worksheet there us a box to draw a time they felt that emotion and then there are questions underneath to help the child reflect on what happened, how it felt, how it affected their behavior and how they were able to cope with feeling that way.

How and when might you use this?

Teachers can use these as a social-emotional check in to get an insight into children’s emotional intelligence or as a lesson teaching about different emotions. Counsellors could use these as a way to begin meaningful discussions.

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Worksheet in which children can reflect on their emotions and draw or write about the things that made them happy, sad, angry or anxious throughout the week.

Why do you need this?

Understanding emotions is an essential social-emotional skill for children to learn. This worksheet helps children in labelling complex emotions, reflecting on their responses and finding healthy outlets.

How and when might you use this?

At the end of a week teachers might incorporate this into early morning work to gauge a student’s a state of mind for the beginning of the day or at the end of the day to use as a way to reflect. It may also be used in counselling sessions to help identify mood patterns and behavioral triggers. This worksheet can help to spark conversations around difficult emotions.

What’s included?

This worksheet has four sections titled ‘I felt happy when…’, ‘I felt sad when…’, “I felt angry when…’ and ‘I felt worried when…’. Each box contains space for children to write or draw about their emotional experiences throughout the week. They may draw things such as playing with friends, arguing with siblings, struggling with schoolwork, worrying about an upcoming test, feeling proud of an accomplishment etc

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Set of 20 worksheets each showing a different emotion. For each worksheet, the child should draw on the features to a face and describe when they felt that emotion and what they were thinking about and how their body reacted. The set has 10 girl version worksheets and 10 boy versions.

Why do you need this?

These worksheets help children develop emotional awareness by identifying and articulating their feelings. Understanding emotions is crucial for social and emotional development. By exploring what triggers different emotions and how their body reacts, children can learn to recognize early signs of emotional distress and develop strategies for regulating their emotions.

Reflecting on their own emotions can help children develop empathy for others. Understanding their own feelings may make it easier for them to relate to and empathize with the emotions of their peers.

How and when might you use this?

These worksheets could be used in a variety of ways:

· Teachers can incorporate these worksheets into morning meetings or circle time discussions to start the day with a focus on emotions and well-being.

· During social-emotional learning to teach students about emotions and emotional regulation. Teachers can lead discussions about how emotions impact our thoughts, behaviors, and physical sensations, promoting self-awareness.

· Small group work where the children discuss and reflect on different emotions together.

· During counselling sessions to support children in exploring and processing their emotions.

· As part of conflict resolution for children to reflect on their emotions during conflicts and brainstorm positive solutions.

What’s included?

10 Girl version worksheets and 10 boy versions. Emotions included are:

· Happy

· Sad

· Worried

· Angry

· Frustrated

· Annoyed

· Scared

· Embarrassed

· Excited

· Disappointed

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Emotions tracker that can be printed weekly to write down your emotions each day using color coded emotions faces.

Why do you need this?

A weekly emotions tracker helps students develop emotional awareness by prompting them to reflect on and identify their feelings throughout the day. This fosters self-awareness and emotional intelligence, important skills for social and emotional development.

Tracking emotions allows students to recognize patterns and triggers for their emotions. With this awareness, they can develop strategies for self-regulation, such as deep breathing, mindfulness, or seeking support from a trusted adult, to manage their emotions effectively.

How and when might you use this?

This could be used in a variety of ways:

· Teachers can incorporate these worksheets into morning work to draw the color coded face that reflects how they are feeling at the start of the day. This activity sets a positive tone for the day and allows teachers to gauge students' emotional well-being. It can then be used for an end of day reflection to summarize their day.

· Small group work where teachers can use the information gathered from the tracker to facilitate discussions.

· During counselling sessions to reflect on emotions over time.

· For long term monitoring to see if there are trends and patterns and to monitor the effectiveness of interventions and support strategies.

Worksheet for children to complete at the end of the week for them to reflect on what has gone well in their week and what did not go so well. This can also begin a discussion about how they might have done things differently.

Why do you need this?

Teachers might use a worksheet like this to foster self-reflection and encourage students to develop problem-solving skills. It provides an opportunity for students to recognize their achievements and challenges, promoting self-awareness and accountability. By reflecting on what went well and what could be improved, students can set goals and strategies for self-improvement. Additionally, it can help teachers identify any recurring issues or patterns in students' experiences, allowing them to provide targeted support and guidance.

How and when might you use this?

Teachers might use this worksheet as part of a weekly reflection routine, perhaps on a Friday afternoon or at the end of the school week. It provides students with a structured opportunity to pause and reflect on their experiences and accomplishments throughout the week. By discussing what went well and what could have been improved, teachers can facilitate meaningful conversations about goal-setting, problem-solving, and personal growth. This reflective practice encourages students to take ownership of their learning and behavior while fostering a positive and proactive mindset.

Worksheet in which children should think about what the worries are in their life and the ways in which they can relieve those worries.

Why do you need this?

The worksheet provides a structured opportunity for children to identify and articulate their worries. By acknowledging their concerns, children can begin to develop strategies for managing and coping with their emotions, ultimately promoting emotional regulation.

Thinking about ways to relieve worries empowers children to develop coping strategies that work for them. Whether it's deep breathing, talking to a trusted adult, or engaging in a favorite activity, children learn to identify and utilize effective coping mechanisms when faced with challenges.

How and when might you use this?

This worksheet can be used in a variety of ways:

· During morning work to begin the day with a discussion about worries and coping strategies.

· During small group discussions for children to explore different ways to relieve worries.

· During mindfulness practices to promote stress reduction.

· During counselling sessions about anxiety and stress management.

Worksheet in which children should think about their own emotions, times that they have felt certain emotions and the thoughts they had at that time.

Why do you need this?

Encouraging children to think about their emotions helps them develop emotional awareness and understanding. It enables them to recognize and label different feelings they experience, fostering self-awareness and emotional intelligence.

The worksheet prompts children to reflect on past experiences when they felt certain emotions. This self-reflection allows them to gain insights into their emotional responses and the factors that trigger specific feelings, promoting iself-awareness.

How and when might you use this?

This worksheet can be used in a variety of ways:

· During social-emotional lessons focused on emotional awareness, regulation, and empathy.

· During counselling sessions as a tool for students to express and process their emotions in a safe and supportive environment.

· During morning work to start the day on a positive and reflective note.

· As a behavior intervention to help students identify triggers, understand their emotions, and develop coping strategies.

In this worksheet children can write their worries down in the jar to try and help alleviate some of the associated stress and anxiety.

Why do you need this?

By externalizing their worries onto paper, children may feel a sense of relief and reduced anxiety, as they no longer carry the burden of their worries alone. It encourages children to identify and articulate their worries, which is the first step towards finding solutions and coping strategies to address them.

How and when might you use this?

This worksheet can be used in a variety of ways:

· During counselling sessions this worksheet can be used to facilitate discussions with students who may be experiencing anxiety or stress.

· Small group activities to promote peer interaction and mutual support for those suffering with anxiety or worries.

· Social-emotional learning lessons focused on emotional expression, stress management, or coping strategies.

· As part of a mental health curriculum the worksheet can be used to teach children about the nature of worries and fears, as well as strategies for managing them effectively.

Worksheet for children to think about their responses to anxiety including what their anxiety triggers are, how their body physically responds, what they think when they are anxious and what other emotions they feel during that time besides anxiety.

Why do you need this?

Writing down their responses to anxiety helps children become more aware of their emotions, triggers, and reactions. This self-awareness is essential for developing emotional intelligence and understanding how their thoughts and feelings influence their behavior. These insights empower children with the tools and skills necessary to effectively manage their anxiety and navigate challenging emotions.

How and when might you use this?

This worksheet could be used in a variety of ways:

· In lessons on social-emotional learning that focus on understanding and managing their emotions.

· Following an incident of intense social anxiety as a tool for self-reflection.

· During counselling sessions to support students in developing coping strategies for managing anxiety.

· As 1:1 support for a child struggling with social anxiety.

· This worksheet could be used proactively with students as a preventative measure to promote self-awareness and emotional regulation.

What’s included?

This worksheet includes 4 sections in which children can either write or draw their answers under the titles ‘trigger’, ‘my body’, ‘my thoughts’ and ‘my emotions’.

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Poster reminding children that what we say, think and feel are all connected and each affects the other.

Why do you need this?

The cognitive triangle helps students understand the relationship between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. By visualizing this connection, students can better comprehend how their thoughts can influence their feelings and actions, leading to increased self-awareness and emotional regulation.

Incorporating the cognitive triangle into classroom discussions and activities supports social-emotional learning by teaching students important skills related to self-awareness, self-management, and responsible decision-making.

How and when might you use this?

This activity could be used in a variety of ways:

· During lessons on emotions, stress management, or conflict resolution, the teacher can reference the cognitive triangle poster to facilitate discussions about how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are interconnected.

· In counseling sessions the cognitive triangle poster can be used as a visual aid to help students understand the relationship between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. This can support students in developing self-awareness, self-regulation, and problem-solving skills.

· When addressing challenging behaviors in the classroom, the teacher can refer to the cognitive triangle poster to help students recognize the connection between their thoughts and actions.

· As part of a social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum, the teacher can integrate the cognitive triangle poster into lessons focused on self-awareness, self-management, and relationship skills.

Thermometer showing increasing levels of anxiety and then with a space to think about what things make them feel that anxious and how they can calm themselves down at different levels of anxiety.

Why do you need this?

The Anxiety Thermometer worksheet helps children become more aware of the intensity of their anxiety by categorizing it on a scale from calm to debilitating. This self-awareness is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and understanding the range of emotions they experience. By writing examples of when they have felt each level of anxiety, children can identify specific triggers or situations that lead to different levels of anxiety. This understanding allows them to anticipate and manage their responses more effectively in the future.

How and when might you use this?

This worksheet could be used in a variety of ways:

· In lessons on social-emotional learning to help students identify and understand the different levels of their anxiety and practice coping strategies.

· Following an incident of intense anxiety as tool for self-reflection to identify their anxiety level and reflect on how they managed their emotions.

· During counselling sessions to support students in exploring their anxiety triggers and developing personalized coping strategies.

· As 1:1 support for a child struggling with social anxiety.

· During circle time discussions focused on emotions and self-regulation.

What’s included?

The worksheet features a color-coded thermometer bar ranging from “calm” up to “debilitating”. Five stages of anxiety are delineated including calm, mild, moderate, severe, and debilitating. At each level, students give examples of things that would trigger those feelings for them. Next, children self-strategize the best ways they can calm down at each anxiety level such as take deep breaths, hug a stuffed animal, positive self-talk, or write down your feelings.

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Worksheet for children with social anxiety, they can think about what situations make them feel anxious, what other emotions their social anxiety makes them feel and what calming strategies they can use.

Why do you need this?

The worksheet allows children to identify specific situations or triggers that make them feel anxious. By recognizing these triggers, children can become more self-aware and proactive in managing their anxiety.

Children with social anxiety often experience a range of emotions beyond anxiety itself, such as fear, embarrassment, or frustration. The worksheet prompts children to explore and articulate these emotions, fostering emotional awareness and understanding.

How and when might you use this?

This worksheet could be used in a variety of ways:

· In lessons on social-emotional learning that focus on understanding and managing their emotions.

· Following an incident of intense social anxiety as a tool for self-reflection.

· During counselling sessions to support students in developing coping strategies for managing anxiety.

· As 1:1 support for a child struggling with social anxiety.

· This worksheet could be used proactively with students as a preventative measure to promote self-awareness and emotional regulation.

What is included?

This worksheet includes 3 sections in which children think about which situations make them feel anxious, what other emotions anxiety makes them feel and what calming strategies they could try.

Worksheet that explains how the act of smiling sends chemicals to your brain which makes you feel happier. Children can draw or write about some funny things they can think about that would make you smile.

Why do you need this?

Teaching students about the science behind smiling reinforces the concept of positive psychology. Understanding how simple actions like smiling can affect mood empowers students to take control of their emotional well-being.

Learning about the connection between smiling and happiness helps students understand how they can regulate their emotions. By practicing smiling, students can proactively boost their mood and cope with negative emotions more effectively.

How and when might you use this?

This worksheet could be used in a variety of ways:

· During early morning work teachers can discuss with children the impact smiling can have on mood, encouraging students to share their thoughts and experiences.

· As part of social-emotional learning for lessons on emotions and well-being. Students can explore the connection between smiling and happiness as part of their learning about emotional regulation and self-awareness.

· During health and wellness lessons, teachers can discuss the physiological effects of smiling on the brain and body.

· As a positive behavior reinforcement tool.

· During relaxation and mindfulness lessons about stress relief and the power of positive thinking.

4 Worksheets in which children think about how their bodies react to different emotions.

Why do you need this?

The worksheets help children become more aware of the physical sensations associated with various emotions. By recognizing bodily cues such as increased heart rate, muscle tension, or changes in breathing patterns, children can better understand and label their feelings.

Understanding how emotions manifest in the body is essential for developing self-regulation skills. By identifying physical cues early on, children can learn to recognize when they are experiencing strong emotions and implement strategies to manage them effectively.

How and when might you use this?

This worksheet can be used in a variety of ways:

· During counselling sessions this worksheet can be used as a tool for self-reflection and discussion with students who may be struggling with managing their emotions.

· Small group activities to promote peer interaction and mutual support. Group discussions allow children to share their observations about how their bodies react to emotions, fostering empathy and understanding among peers.

· Social-emotional learning lessons focused on recognizing and regulating emotions.

Worksheet in which children think about what their thoughts, feelings and reactions were at a time when something went wrong. This can open up discussion to better ways to handle when things go wrong.

Why do you need this?

Encouraging children to reflect on their thoughts, feelings, and reactions during challenging situations promotes self-awareness. It helps them understand their emotional responses and thought patterns. By examining their reactions to difficult situations, children can learn to identify triggers for negative emotions and develop strategies for managing them effectively.

How and when might you use this?

These worksheets could be used in a variety of ways:

· In lessons on social-emotional learning that focus on understanding and managing their emotions.

· Use it as a guided activity to help children identify the common thought patterns associated with different emotions and brainstorm positive alternatives.

· Following an emotional incident or conflict as a tool for self-reflection.

· During counselling sessions to support students in managing their emotions and developing coping strategies. Empower children to challenge their negative thoughts with positive ones.

· As a prompt for whole class discussions about emotional well-being and positive thinking.

· As part of an end of the day check-in routine. Children can have time to reflect on their thoughts and feelings.

What is included?

Included are 2 different versions of the worksheet – one for a boy and one for a girl.

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