It is important for children to know what they feel and why they feel that way. Having the right words to describe their feelings helps children express them more easily. Discuss the meaning of these words with your child.
SAD Disappointed Discouraged Unhappy Confused Lonely Hurt Ashamed Helpless Depressed Weepy |
MAD Frightened Angry Tense Nervous Defiant Jumpy Cross Furious |
GLAD Happy Joyful Calm Contented Confident Satisfied Excited Loving Eager |
BAD Anxious Tense Dumb Unwanted Guilty Resentful Lonely |