Animal Feeling Fans – Item 536

This is a set of Animal Feeling Fans – a request from an ELSA who saw our Animal Emotions pack.

Emotion fans are a valuable tool for helping children recognise, express, and manage their emotions. Each segment of the fan represents a different feeling This provides a visual prompt that makes it easier for children to identify how they are feeling. This is especially helpful when they may struggle to articulate their emotions verbally. By simply pointing to the corresponding section, children can communicate their emotional state quickly and effectively, fostering better understanding between them and the adults supporting them.

For children with additional needs, such as those with autism or anxiety, emotion fans can be particularly beneficial. The clear visual cues reduce the cognitive load of processing emotions and language simultaneously, offering a straightforward way to express themselves. This can alleviate frustration, reduce emotional outbursts, and support the development of emotional literacy over time.

In classroom settings, emotion fans are an excellent resource for promoting emotional wellbeing. They encourage self-reflection, help teachers to gauge the emotional climate of the room, and offer a gentle reminder to children that their feelings are valid and acknowledged. Emotion fans can also be used as part of a broader social-emotional learning curriculum, teaching children to recognise emotions not only in themselves but also in others, fostering empathy and stronger interpersonal relationships.

Ultimately, emotion fans empower children by giving them the tools they need to navigate their emotional world. This leads to improved communication, reduced anxiety, and the development of essential emotional regulation skills that benefit them well beyond their early years.

Which feelings are covered?

There are 28 fans in the pack. The following feelings are included:

• angry
• annoyed
• bored
• excited
• happy
• guilty
• lonely
• nervous
• tired
• sad
• scared
• shocked
• sleepy
• shy
• amazed
• confused
• worried
• fed up
• curious
• ashamed
• surprised
• furious
• embarrassed
• proud
• fine
• distracted
• energetic
• jealous

Simply print them out and cut them out. Laminate for durability.