Feelings List for Kids

Being able to identify and name feelings can boost a child’s well-being. Help your kid, student, or patient point out the feelings they’re having, whether positive or negative, using this handout.

For example, instead of a usual feeling word such as “happy,” kids can pick from a list of more specific feelings, which include content, cheerful, proud, enthusiastic, and hopeful. In addition to helping them expand their emotional vocabulary, it can be an opportunity to teach them ways to manage their emotions.