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Emotion Wheel

Click on any section to explore different feelings. Learn what emotions feel like in your body, how to express them, and discover related feelings.

JoyLoveSurpriseDisgustAngerSadnessFearCalmTrustHow doyou feel?

Click a section of the wheel to explore emotions

Emotion Journal

Create an emotion journal where children record how they felt throughout the day. Use the wheel to find specific words for their feelings.

Emotion Detectives

Watch short video clips with the sound off and try to identify what emotions the characters are feeling based on expressions and body language.

Try the detective game

For Teachers & Parents

Encourage children to use this wheel when they're having trouble expressing how they feel. Instead of just saying "I feel bad," they might discover they feel "disappointed," "uncomfortable," or "annoyed" -- each needs a different response. Ask open-ended questions and validate their feelings.