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 self-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.

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: · PSHE 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. · Counselling sessions to facilitate discussions about students’ emotions and experiences, providing valuable insights for educators and counselors. What is included? 18 worksheets – 9 in colour and 9 in black and white

Thermometer showing increasing levels of anger and then with a space to think about what things make them feel that angry and how they can calm themselves down at different levels of anger. Clipart images courtesy of Kari Bolt Children’s Illustrator

Sentence starter cards for circle time to start conversations and get children talking. 48 different questions cards.

Circle time questions to start conversations and get children talking. 56 different questions cards.

List of 66 different circle time game ideas.

Children can explore emotions words with our Adapted Book About Emotions, a unique resource designed for inclusive learning. This book offers a personalized and interactive reading experience, making it accessible for individuals of diverse abilities. Through vibrant visuals, simplified text, and interactive elements, readers can engage with a spectrum of emotions in a supportive and comprehensible format. The resource includes 2 different versions of the book - one where children have 3 options to choose from to complete a sentence and one where there is just one box to fill in. Both books are also featured in both color or black and white. Tailored for diverse audiences, including those with special needs or on the autism spectrum, this adapted book serves as a bridge to emotional literacy. Promoting self-awareness and effective communication about feelings, our Adapted Book About Emotions is more than a reading tool—it’s a pathway to inclusive emotional understanding and expression. Clipart images are courtesy of Kari Bolt Clipart.

Package of resources to support during circle time. Why do you need this? Circle time fosters a sense of belonging and community among students by providing an opportunity for them to come together as a group. It creates a supportive environment where students can connect with one another, share experiences, and develop positive relationships. During circle time, students have the opportunity to practice essential social skills such as listening, speaking, turn-taking, and respectful communication. Engaging in group discussions, sharing ideas, and collaborating on activities helps students develop interpersonal skills that are crucial for success in school and beyond. How and when might you use this? During whole class circle time sessions these resources will help instigate discussions and keep children engaged. What’s included? · Display poster with circle time rules · 56 Question cards · 48 Sentence starter cards · 6 Voting cards · 66 ideas for circle time games

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 PSHE 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.

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’ behaviours impact their emotional well-being. Recognising supportive actions versus unhelpful behaviours 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 PSHE lessons focused on emotional regulation and social skills development. · During conflict resolution to help students identify behaviours that contribute to emotional escalation and those that promote de-escalation and resolution. · During counselling sessions to help students reflect on their emotional triggers and coping strategies. · For behavioural 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.

A set of 100 worksheets showing different situations with a blank face for children to draw how they would feel in that situation. Both coloured and black and white versions and boy and girl faces. Why do you need this? These worksheets help children develop emotional awareness by encouraging them to recognize and label their feelings in various situations. Drawing their emotions allows children to express and articulate their inner experiences, promoting self-reflection and introspection. Drawing how they would feel in different situations provides children with a coping mechanism for managing their emotions. By visualising their feelings, children can better understand and regulate their emotional responses, leading to improved self-control and coping skills. How and when might you use this? This worksheet could be used in a variety of ways: · During early morning work where students reflect on different scenarios and draw their emotional responses. · As part of social-emotional learning for lessons focused on emotional awareness and expression. · During small group activities where students work together to brainstorm different situations and their associated emotions. · 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 developing personalised strategies for managing emotions in specific situations. What is included? Included in this resource is 100 worksheets: · 25 Boy versions with colour pictures · 25 Boy versions with black and white pictures · 25 Girl versions with colour pictures · 25 Girls versions with black and white pictures

Worksheet in which children should think about what their biggest worry is and then what that worry looks like in their head. They should then think about their worst fear of how this could end and then the reality of how it would be most likely to end. Why do you need this? The worksheet helps children identify and articulate their worries, which is the first step in learning to manage and cope with them effectively. By acknowledging their concerns, children can begin to develop strategies for regulating their emotions and reducing anxiety. Engaging in the exercise encourages children to recognize the thoughts and images associated with their worries, increasing their cognitive awareness of how their minds process fear-inducing scenarios. This awareness can empower them to challenge negative thinking patterns and develop more balanced perspectives. 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. · PSHE lessons focused on emotional awareness and self-reflection. · 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. · This worksheet can be used as a means for providing follow up support to monitor progress, reinforce coping strategies and address ongoing concerns.

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. · PSHE lessons focused on recognizing and regulating emotions

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.

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.

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 categorising 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 personalised 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-strategise 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

When we’re worried about a situation thinking about the worst possible outcome is not healthy and makes us feel anxious and afraid. This worksheet encourages children to consider the best possible outcome. Why do you need this? Anxiety often stems from fixating on worst-case scenarios. This growth mindset worksheet guides children to counteract worry with optimism by imagining favorable outcomes for stressful situations. Rather than reinforce downward spirals, kids learn to redirect thoughts constructively. How and when might you use this? Children are to think about a specific thing they are worried about, concerns like struggling at school, arguing with friends, upcoming doctors visits, or changes causing uncertainty. They will then have a large open box in which they can write or draw about what the best possible conclusion would be. Teachers can use the worksheet alongside PSHE lessons about confidence, adaptability, or self-talk. Counsellors might use it to reframe skewed thinking. Parents could also use this to practice at home when children feel apprehensive about major life changes. What’s included? Included is a worksheet that contains 3 boxes for children to draw or write in. They feature the questions: · What is a situation you are worried about? · Draw or write what the best possible outcome would be · Is there anything you could do to help this happen?

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 behaviour. 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 PSHE lessons 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’.

Booklet of worksheets for children to write about their family. Why do you need this? Encouraging children to write about their families fosters a sense of connection and belonging. It allows students to explore and celebrate their familial relationships, deepening their appreciation for their loved ones. How and when might you use this? This worksheet can be used in a variety of ways: · An ice-breaker activity at the beginning of the year · To explore the concept of family diversity and dynamics · Literacy activity · Homework project · PSHE lessons focussed on identity and self-awareness. What is included? 10 page activity booklet including: · Front page to draw a family portrait · Family tree · Who lives in my house · My dad · My mum · My brother · My sister · My nan · My grandad · My pet

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