Know your Emotions

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Understanding emotions is a key part of knowing yourself and building emotional intelligence. This fun and creative activity helps children explore their feelings and identify what causes them in their daily lives.

This resource has been designed to support Children’s Mental Health Week 2025, with the theme “Know Yourself, to Grow Yourself”. It encourages self-awareness and reflection, helping children think about their emotions as an important step toward personal growth and well-being.

The sheet includes a blank head shape for children to fill with their ideas. There are 12 emotions, each paired with a small emoji to make the activity engaging and easy to understand. Children can personalise their work by using drawings, words, and colours, making the activity both meaningful and enjoyable.

How to use this – Know your Emotions activity:

Look at the emotion written next to each blank head.
Think about what makes them feel that emotion—situations, people, places, or experiences.
Use the head shape to draw, write, or colour their ideas. Be creative! They might include a mix of images, words, or even patterns that represent their feelings.
Remember, there are no wrong answers—this is about their personal experiences and how they connect with each emotion.
This activity is suitable for all ages, from young children to teens. It encourages self-reflection, creativity, and open conversations about feelings. It can also be a great tool for group discussions or one-on-one support sessions. By completing this activity, children will explore the theme “Know Yourself, to Grow Yourself” in a hands-on, engaging way, building a deeper understanding of their emotions and the things that influence them.

Use this resource to inspire growth, promote emotional awareness, and spark meaningful conversations about mental health.