

Basically, the family writes something they are thankful on a decorated poster board for all throughout the month. While this particular chart is Thanksgiving themed, it can definitely be something you do every month. Thankful Chart by Sew Simple HomeĪ Thankful Chart is a lovely family gratitude activity. These can be kept in a common area for children to access at anytime. Teach little ones to grab a squishy with their current emotion and then discuss it together. These emoji squishies could be the perfect way for children to share how they are feeling without the pressure. Emoji Squishies by The Chaos and the Clutter Even the little moments are worth mentioning and ready when you're having a bad day. This memory jar is such a lovely way for kids (or even adults) to make note of the things they are thankful for and great memories that are worthy of keeping. I love the idea of pulling a block and describing a time when you felt that way. There are multiple ways to play, along with a printable. This feelings game for kids is the perfect way to get children talking about their feelings. Feelings Jenga Game by The Chaos and the Clutter These activities are easy to do at home and are designed to help young children understand and express their feelings.Īctivities that teach children feelings may seem minimal, like boredom busters, but they have a much deeper value. 13 Feelings / Emotions Activities For Toddlers & Preschoolersīy participating in these emotions activities for toddlers & preschoolers, you’re setting them up for possible situations. We can't do it all for them but we can emotionally prepare them. Basically, we can't do it all for them but we can emotionally prepare them. We don’t know how they are interacting with other children or reacting to negative situations. Unfortunately, we can’t be with our children at all times to watch their behavior. We can teach and ask questions but how do we know they really understand?
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Telling our children to be nice isn’t enough we need to be active in their emotional growth.īy being empathetic towards our children and reading books about feelings to them, we can definitely ensure that they are learning how to express and receive emotions.īut, is it enough? Do they really understand? And, how do we know? Now that I’m a mother, I realize that it’s a lot of work. I always promised myself that I’d raise my child to be loving, kind, and caring. These are 10 games and activities to teach children empathy. Emotions Activities for Toddlers are a sure way to help them understand feelings at a very young age.
