Emotions Match-up

Emotions Match-Up is an engaging set of 52 self-correcting puzzles that help young children identify and understand 26 different emotions, from happiness to sadness, anxiety to excitement. This thoughtfully designed resource encourages meaningful conversations about emotions, making it ideal for fostering social and emotional development. The set includes an instruction guide to help guide discussions and activities. By using the puzzles, children will gain a deeper understanding of their feelings and learn how to express them in a positive, constructive way. Ages 3+ years.:

Benefits:
Emotions Match-Up is a valuable educational tool for helping children develop emotional intelligence. By identifying and matching emotions, children can better understand their own feelings and recognise those of others. This supports key social skills like empathy, communication, and self-regulation. The self-correcting nature of the puzzles makes learning more engaging and ensures that children can independently assess their progress, reinforcing their emotional awareness.

Classroom Ideas:

1. Emotion Sorting: Ask students to sort the emotion cards into groups based on similarities or differences, then discuss when they might feel each emotion.
2. Emotion Role Play: After matching the emotion cards, have students act out scenarios where they might experience those emotions, encouraging empathy and understanding.
3. Group Discussions: Use the puzzles to spark group discussions about how emotions affect behaviour and relationships. Encourage students to share personal experiences.
4. Memory Game: Spread out the puzzles and have students match the emotion faces with the corresponding emotion name, reinforcing their recognition and understanding.