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# 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

Subject: Personal & Social Development · Area: Emotional Literacy · Ages 5 to 7
Page: https://lightmysky.com/learn/personal-and-social-development/expressing-feelings-with-words-mt_kvrvpQris4

## Ready when they can

- 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

## Lesson: Using Words for Feelings

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.

**Example.** 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.

*(drawing: Point to each part of Ben's sentence as you say it. The feeling word does the magic.)*

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.

**Tip.** Use two feeling words when things get hard, like 'angry' and 'sad.' This helps people understand you better.

**Recap.** Say your feelings with words instead of actions.

## Practice

8 questions on this page, each with its working shown.

## Needs first

- [Triggers and Causes of Feelings](https://lightmysky.com/learn/personal-and-social-development/triggers-and-causes-of-feelings-mt_9Y5-GjF2B0)
- [Simple Calming Strategies](https://lightmysky.com/learn/personal-and-social-development/simple-calming-strategies-mt_Iwg2diBSyW)

## Opens up

- [Hidden and Masked Feelings](https://lightmysky.com/learn/personal-and-social-development/hidden-and-masked-feelings-mt_E5ju6kQSu3)
- [Resolving Disagreements with Friends](https://lightmysky.com/learn/personal-and-social-development/resolving-disagreements-with-friends-mt_iWGnyUyN2j)
- [Building Writing Stamina](https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/building-writing-stamina-mt_lIs10UMkPG)