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Emotional Vocabulary Lesson: SEL Worksheets for Kids (Ages 4-6)

This early SEL lesson helps children ages 4–6 expand emotional vocabulary and connect feeling words with expressions, situations and body clues.

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This early SEL lesson helps children ages 4–6 expand emotional vocabulary and connect feeling words with expressions, situations and body clues.

WHAT’S INCLUDED? Lesson 2: Name It to Tame It

Building Emotional Vocabulary

What children learn:

  • Name and identify emotions
  • Connect feelings with facial expressions and situations
  • Use simple language to express emotions (“I feel…”)

Includes:

Emotion cards Emotion faces & scenarios “I feel…” sentence practice Reflection worksheet

Skills supported:

  • Emotional awareness
  • Emotional vocabulary
  • Self-expression
  • Emotional understanding

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How to use it

Start small, then adapt from the response.

  1. Preview the pages and choose one manageable activity for the current need.
  2. Print or use the resource alongside calm, supportive adult guidance.
  3. Notice what helped and repeat or adapt the activity without forcing disclosure.
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Who can use Emotional Vocabulary Lesson: SEL Worksheets for Kids (Ages 4-6)?

It is designed for guided use with Ages 4–6 by parents, teachers, counselors and therapists. Check the preview and adapt reading, writing and discussion demands when needed.

Is this a ready-to-print digital resource?

Yes. The files and formats included in this product are listed above. Access is digital after confirmed payment.

Does a worksheet or activity replace individualized support?

No. It can support teaching, discussion and practice, but it does not replace assessment, safeguarding, crisis support or individualized professional care.

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