20+ Preschool Emotions Printables – Feelings Cards and Ideas

Teaching children about feelings and emotions is somewhat tricky. Feelings and emotions are something we each have inside of us but can’t always explain. Since feelings and emotions are such a personal thing, it can be challenging to teach. While this area of teaching feelings and emotions may be challenging, it is something you can accomplish! With these Preschool Emotions Printables and Feelings Cards Printables, you’ll be ready for the challenge.

Plus, these are adorable and fun!

Feelings and Emotions Activities

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Preschool Emotions Printables – Feelings Cards

Helping children to express their feelings and handle difficult situations with calmness.

How to Use Seasonal Emotions Printables and Activities

I’ve created sets of printables to explore social and emotional skills with children for every season. There’s sure to be a set your child will enjoy. We like to switch out our emotions printables periodically to keep it fresh and fun for everyone.

Setting up an emotional check up or calm down area is a great way to make this activity accessible for your kids throughout the day. We like to keep our emotions printables on the fridge, but you can use a bulletin board or hang them on the wall.

To use the fridge, attach magnet tape to each emotion card and feelings word. That way, your kids can share their feelings with you throughout the day in a way that’s fun for them. 

In the beginning, you can prompt your kids to use the emotions cards with questions like: “How are you feeling today?” or model how to use this printable activity by saying “I am feeling…” and using the cards to show your own feelings.

These kinds of activities are great for children with Autism. They can be really helpful any time your child is feeling overwhelmed or having trouble verbalizing their feelings for whatever reason.

These activities are great for reading time too. You can build reading comprehension skills by asking kids to identify how the characters in the book are feeling.

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How Reading Books About Feelings Can Help

Speaking of books, reading books about feelings is another excellent way to help kids explore and develop their social and emotional skills.

Here are some of our favorite feelings books to read and discuss together:

A Little SPOT of Emotion 8 Book Box Set (Books 1-8: Anger, Anxiety, Peaceful, Happiness, Sadness, Confidence, Love, & Scribble Emotion)A Little SPOT of Emotion 8 Book Box Set (Books 1-8: Anger, Anxiety, Peaceful, Happiness, Sadness, Confidence, Love, & Scribble Emotion)In My Heart: A Book of Feelings (Growing Hearts)In My Heart: A Book of Feelings (Growing Hearts)The Boy with Big, Big Feelings (The Big, Big Series, 1)The Boy with Big, Big Feelings (The Big, Big Series, 1)The Color Monster: A Story About EmotionsThe Color Monster: A Story About EmotionsMy Calm Down Book: A Sensory Book to Help Kids Calm Their BodiesMy Calm Down Book: A Sensory Book to Help Kids Calm Their BodiesThe Mega Emotions Workbook for Kids: 175-Page Emotional Regulation Workbook with Coping Skills & Anger Management for Kids, Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Activities for Ages 6–11The Mega Emotions Workbook for Kids: 175-Page Emotional Regulation Workbook with Coping Skills & Anger Management for Kids, Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Activities for Ages 6–11The Pigeon Has Feelings, Too!The Pigeon Has Feelings, Too!The Way I FeelThe Way I FeelMy Magical Feelings –Teach Kids to Name and Tame Big Feelings and Emotions (The Magic of Me)My Magical Feelings –Teach Kids to Name and Tame Big Feelings and Emotions (The Magic of Me)

 

Using Calm Down Yoga

Learning to identify feelings can help kids learn to manage big emotions and remain calm in the midst of strong emotions. Another way to help kids navigate strong emotions is with yoga. Teaching your kids about calm down yoga can give them another tool for expressing and managing their own feelings.

Yoga is a great way to help kids relax, combat anxiety, and build skills like patience. Plus, it gives kids a physical outlet and an opportunity for quiet time that many kids lack these days.

Try these calm down yoga poses for kids at home or in the classroom:

  • Downward Facing Dog
  • Cat – Cow
  • Happy Baby
  • Snake
  • Child’s Pose

More Social-Emotional Learning Activities for Kids

Want more activities to do with your kids that help build social and emotional skills?

Try these fun learning activities to help your kids build social emotional skills this year:

  • Use this alphabet gratitude list to help your kids build self awareness and focus on positives. 
  • Create calming sensory bottles kids can use to calm anxiety or anger and learn to manage big emotions. 
  • Give thoughtful cards to friends and family members to help kids build social and emotional skills and relationships too. You can use these adorable heart template kindness cards to get started.

Feelings and Emotions Activities for Preschoolers

Visual Cards for Managing Feelings and Emotions Free Printables

Snowman Emotions Printables and Activities 

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Emoji Paper Plate Craft – Feelings Craft 

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Emotion Cards Printable

With these fun preschool emotion printables, your child will be able to choose which emotion they’re feeling and discuss it with you.

Emotions Activities Preschool Pumpkin Theme Printables

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Halloween Emotions Activity

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Thanksgiving Turkey Emotions Printable Activity

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Gingerbread Man Preschool Emotions Printables

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Snowman Emotions Printables

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Penguin Emotions Cards & Feelings Activities

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Dr. Seuss Printables Preschool Emotions Lorax Activities

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Spring Feelings and Emotions Activities for Preschoolers

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Feelings and Emotions Ideas for Kids

A Little SPOT of Emotion 8 Plush Toys with Feelings Book Box SetA Little SPOT of Emotion 8 Plush Toys with Feelings Book Box SetA Little SPOT Emotional Regulation Box Set (Books 49-56: Peaceful Hands, Anger Shield, Needs Feelings, Sleep, Disappointment, Wasted Worry, Positive Thinking, and Emotion Coach)A Little SPOT Emotional Regulation Box Set (Books 49-56: Peaceful Hands, Anger Shield, Needs Feelings, Sleep, Disappointment, Wasted Worry, Positive Thinking, and Emotion Coach)Emotions Flashcards, 50 Different Feelings with Coping Skills-Learn to Identify Various Moods, Cartoon Faces Emotions for Kids with Autism, ADHD -Emotion Flipbook for Therapy, Home UseEmotions Flashcards, 50 Different Feelings with Coping Skills-Learn to Identify Various Moods, Cartoon Faces Emotions for Kids with Autism, ADHD -Emotion Flipbook for Therapy, Home UseMood Flip Book - Help Kids to Identify and Manage Their EmotionsMood Flip Book - Help Kids to Identify and Manage Their EmotionsA Little SPOT My First (Toddler, Preschool and Kindergarten) Feelings and Actions Box Set (ABCs of Feelings, ABCs of Kindness, ABCs of Peaceful, ABCs ... in Colors, 123 Count SPOTS, Angry Feelings)A Little SPOT My First (Toddler, Preschool and Kindergarten) Feelings and Actions Box Set (ABCs of Feelings, ABCs of Kindness, ABCs of Peaceful, ABCs ... in Colors, 123 Count SPOTS, Angry Feelings)The Self-Regulation Workbook for Kids: CBT Exercises and Coping Strategies to Help Children Handle Anxiety, Stress, and Other Strong EmotionsThe Self-Regulation Workbook for Kids: CBT Exercises and Coping Strategies to Help Children Handle Anxiety, Stress, and Other Strong EmotionsA Little SPOT of Learning 8 Book Box Set (Books 33-40: Kind Words, Friendship, Learning with Emotions, Goes to School, Letters, Words, Reading, Math)A Little SPOT of Learning 8 Book Box Set (Books 33-40: Kind Words, Friendship, Learning with Emotions, Goes to School, Letters, Words, Reading, Math)ThinkPsych Emotion Town Puzzle Pack (4 x 60 pcs, Wood Frame)ThinkPsych Emotion Town Puzzle Pack (4 x 60 pcs, Wood Frame)hand2mind Feelings Family Hand Puppets, Emotions Toys, Dramatic Play Therapy Toys for Counselors, Social Emotional Learning Activities, Calm Down Corner Supplies, Social Skills Activities for Kidshand2mind Feelings Family Hand Puppets, Emotions Toys, Dramatic Play Therapy Toys for Counselors, Social Emotional Learning Activities, Calm Down Corner Supplies, Social Skills Activities for KidsSpark & Wow Wooden Magnets, Emotions, Magnets for Kids Ages 2+Spark & Wow Wooden Magnets, Emotions, Magnets for Kids Ages 2+Learning Resources All About Me Feelings Activity SetLearning Resources All About Me Feelings Activity SetLearning Resources Rainbow Emotions Fidget PoppersLearning Resources Rainbow Emotions Fidget Poppershand2mind Express Your Feelings Sensory Bottles-Primary Emotionshand2mind Express Your Feelings Sensory Bottles-Primary EmotionsThe Color Monster: A Pop-Up Book of FeelingsThe Color Monster: A Pop-Up Book of FeelingsHAMIEW Feelings Chart for Kids, Emotions & Calm Down Corner PosterHAMIEW Feelings Chart for Kids, Emotions & Calm Down Corner PosterEmotional Support Pals Squishy Nugget by Relatable, Color May Vary, 1-PackEmotional Support Pals Squishy Nugget by Relatable, Color May Vary, 1-PackThe Boy with Big, Big Feelings (The Big, Big Series, 1)The Boy with Big, Big Feelings (The Big, Big Series, 1)Feelings Wheel for Kids, Emotions Wheel, Feeling Chart for Kids, Emotion Chart for Kids Emotional Toys for Toddlers and preschoolers Emotional Psychology Tool DecorFeelings Wheel for Kids, Emotions Wheel, Feeling Chart for Kids, Emotion Chart for Kids Emotional Toys for Toddlers and preschoolers Emotional Psychology Tool DecorCraftstory 116 Pcs Feeling & Emotions Busy Board Sensory Toys for Toddlers - 6 Family Face Boards Social-Emotional-Learning-Games, Kids Autism Speech Therapy Materials, Gifts for Boys Girls Age 3+Craftstory 116 Pcs Feeling & Emotions Busy Board Sensory Toys for Toddlers - 6 Family Face Boards Social-Emotional-Learning-Games, Kids Autism Speech Therapy Materials, Gifts for Boys Girls Age 3+

 

I have faith that these feelings and emotions printables shared here will help inspire you to teach your children about feelings and emotions so that they can grow up confident in expressing themselves throughout their entire life. Enjoy!

In My Heart No Cook Playdough Activity 

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All About Me Activities 

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St. Patrick’s Day Preschool Emotions Printables Leprechaun Activities

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Easter Bunny Preschool Emotion Cards

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25+ Preschool Books about Feelings and Emotions

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EMOJI DIY STRESS BALLS

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Free Printable Emotion Faces

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Snowman Emotions and Feelings Memory Game

These snowman printables are a fun way to teach about the wide variety of Feelings and emotions.

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Emotions Playdough Mats

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Scarecrow Emotions Activities Printables Face and Word Building

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Christmas Emotions Activity Spinners

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How are you working with your kids to build social and emotional awareness this year? What’s your favorite emotions printable pack?