Feelings and Pain Communication Pack

This SEN-friendly communication pack is designed to support children who may struggle to express their emotions, physical discomfort, or support needs verbally.
The resource includes clear, visual sheets that allow children to communicate:

• How they are feeling emotionally
• Where they may be experiencing pain or discomfort
• What support or actions from an adult might help them feel better

This pack is ideal for use with autistic children, non-verbal or minimally verbal pupils, children with communication difficulties, PDA profiles, or anxiety-related needs.
What’s Included
✔ Emotions sheet – a range of visual emotions to help children identify and communicate how they are feeling
✔ Body map sheet – children can point to or mark where they are feeling pain or discomfort
✔ Adult support sheet – visual options showing how an adult can help (e.g. quiet space, break, comfort, water, etc.)
✔ Blank custom sheet – for adults or children to add personalised emotions, body cues, or support strategies

How This Resource Can Be Used:

• In classrooms, SEN bases, and special schools
• During emotional regulation or wellbeing check-ins
• As part of an EHCP support strategy
• At home to support communication with parents/carers
• With children who find open-ended questions overwhelming

The simple layout reduces pressure and supports autonomy, allowing children to communicate their needs in a safe and accessible way.