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Feelings and Emotions — Vocabulary Mat

Twenty emotion words grouped by intensity. Helps children name and talk about feelings.

Vocabulary Mat Grade 1 Grade 2 Free

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Learning objective

Recognize and name a wider range of feelings.

About this resource

  • Subject: PSHE & SEL
  • Type: Vocabulary Mat
  • Grade levels: Grade 1 (ages 6-7, ≈ Year 2), Grade 2 (ages 7-8, ≈ Year 3)
  • Pages: 6
  • Date added: 2026-02-28
  • Credit: Qualified primary teacher

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