Emotional Literacy Resource Bundle | KS1 SEND/SEMH

Emotional Literacy Resource Bundle | Emotion Cards, Scenario Game, Snap Games & Poster | KS1 SEND/SEMH

Build emotional vocabulary, encourage meaningful conversations and help children explore their feelings with this colourful collection of printable emotional literacy resources.

Featuring eight illustrated emotion characters, this bundle brings together visual cards, scenario-based discussion activities, matching games and classroom display materials.

Designed for primary teachers, teaching assistants and SEND/SEMH practitioners, the resources can be used in whole-class teaching, small-group interventions or individual support sessions.

Four resources included:

1. Emotion Character Cards

• Eight illustrated double-sided emotion cards.
• Body-feeling descriptions.
• Three printable sizes: 2, 4 or 8 cards per page.

1. How Would You Feel?

• 24 relatable scenario cards.
• Eight emotion paddles.
• Two printable layouts.
• Teacher discussion prompts.

1. Emotion Snap — Levels 1 & 2

• Level 1 standard and mini matching games.
• Level 2 emotion and body-feeling matching game.
• Double-sided printable cards.
• Instructions and teacher guidance.

1. Meet the Emotion Characters Poster

• Full-colour classroom poster.
• A4 and A3 printable versions.
• Eight illustrated characters with descriptions and speech bubbles.

Learning opportunities include:

• Recognising and naming emotions.
• Developing emotional vocabulary.
• Understanding physical sensations associated with feelings.
• Exploring empathy and different perspectives.
• Building communication and discussion skills.
• Developing emotional self-awareness.
• Supporting social and emotional learning.

Ideal for:

• EYFS, KS1 and adapted early KS2 activities.
• PSHE lessons.
• SEND and SEMH interventions.
• Nurture groups and calm corners.
• One-to-one and small-group sessions.
• Classroom displays and emotional check-ins.

Recommended age: Approximately 4–9 years, depending on the activity and individual developmental needs.

The resources encourage children to understand that everybody experiences emotions differently. They are designed as flexible teaching and discussion aids, not diagnostic tools.

Digital download: Printable PDF resources with teacher guidance and printing instructions. No physical products will be posted.