Feelings Charades – Item 728

Help children build emotional awareness through play with our Feelings  Charades Game,  a fun, engaging resource designed to support emotional vocabulary, empathy, and expression.

This printable game is perfect for ELSAs, teachers, teaching assistants, and parents looking to explore emotions in a light and child-friendly way. Children take turns acting out different feelings using facial expressions and body language while others guess the emotion,  no words allowed!

What’s Included:

20 Feelings Cards with:

• Word-only version
• Image-only version
• Combined word + image cards
• Instructions for ELSAs with extra ideas for extended use

Supports:

• Emotional vocabulary and understanding
• Non-verbal communication skills
• Self-awareness and empathy
• Group connection and laughter!

Perfect For:

• 1:1 emotional literacy sessions
• Small group work or circle time
• Icebreakers or wellbeing lessons
• Transitions, reflections, or calm-down times

Easy to Use:

Simply print the cards, cut them out, and you’re ready to play. Choose the version that suits your setting,  words for readers, pictures for early years or mixed ability groups, or both for added scaffolding.

Why You’ll Love It:

Feelings Charades encourages connection, expression, and understanding, all through laughter and creativity. Whether you’re supporting a child with anxiety, developing classroom empathy, or building confidence in expressing feelings, this game is a gentle and effective tool for emotional growth.