Expressing Feelings with Words
Express their own feelings appropriately using words rather than actions — saying 'I feel angry because...' instead of hitting, shouting, or withdrawing
What a learner can do afterwards
- Use an 'I feel ___ when ___' statement during a disagreement
- Choose to tell an adult how they feel instead of acting out physically
- Describe their feelings about a difficult situation using at least two emotion words
The lesson
You already feel things every day. Now use words to show them. Try saying, 'I feel ___ when ___.' Words help people know what is happening inside you.
Ben's block tower fell down. He wanted to yell. Instead he said, 'I feel frustrated when my tower falls.' His grown-up gave him a hug.
You can also tell a grown-up how you feel. Say, 'I feel left out' instead of walking away alone. Telling someone is using your words too.
Use two feeling words when things get hard, like 'angry' and 'sad.' This helps people understand you better.
Say your feelings with words instead of actions.
Watch it
Where it sits
Where this leads
Jobs that lean on this skill. Follow one to see everything it is built on.
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