Nursery World - Get emotional

Plan a topic on feelings to help young children gain an insight into their many emotions, says Helen Shelbourne Adult-led activities What makes me happy?

What makes me happy?

Start your topic with a simple drawing activity that allows children to explore and contrast their happy and sad feelings.

Key learning intentions

* To become aware of own feelings

* To express and communicate ideas, thoughts and feelings

* To develop awareness of body language, eye contact and facial expression as a means of positive communication

Adult:child ratio 1:1

Resources

* A freestanding mirror * A4 or circular paper * pencils * pictures of children showing various emotions such as smiling, crying and laughing Activity content

* Start by concentrating on expressions of happiness and sadness as they are both emotions that the children are likely to understand and identify with immediately.

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