Helping Little Ones Understand Their Feelings
Big feelings come in small packages! For children aged 4–7, understanding emotions can feel like learning a brand-new language. When kids can name their feelings — “I’m happy,” “I’m sad,” or even “I’m proud” — they begin to manage them better. Emotional awareness helps build empathy, confidence, and communication skills.
That’s why tools like the “Today I Feel…” chart are so powerful. They turn emotions into something children can see and touch. With bright faces and simple words, kids can easily identify how they feel and share it with a grown-up.
How to Use the “Today I Feel…” Page
Here’s a fun and simple way to use your printable emotions chart:
Print and Laminate
Print your “Today I Feel…” page on sturdy paper and laminate it (optional, but great for daily reuse!).Cut Out the Faces
Let your child cut out each emotion face — happy, angry, sad, surprised, and more. If you prefer, help them do the cutting safely.Stick or Velcro Faces
Add small Velcro dots, reusable adhesive, or sticky tack to the back of each face.
Then, place the blank face in the main square on the chart.Choose Today’s Feeling
Every morning, invite your child to pick the face that matches how they feel.
Attach it to the blank face and talk about it:“You picked ‘tired’ — what made you feel that way today?”
Encourage Conversation
Feelings change! Encourage your child to swap faces during the day if their emotions shift.
Extra Craft Idea
Make it hands-on! Glue each feeling face to a popsicle stick and keep them in a small “Feelings Jar.” Kids can hold up their “feeling stick” to express themselves anytime.
🌈 Wrap-Up
Helping children name and share their emotions is one of the first steps toward emotional intelligence. This simple daily activity builds awareness and connection — one face at a time!