Turn a big feeling into a word and a next step

This printable feelings wheel helps children ages 5–11 move from a broad feeling to a more specific word, then choose a manageable next step at home or in a classroom.

What is included

• Two-ring colour feelings wheel with six core feelings and related words
• Low-ink wheel for easy home or classroom printing
• Specific-feeling word bank grouped by core feeling
• Choose-a-word check-in sheet with body clue and next-step prompts
• Adult conversation guide with concrete, non-clinical prompts
• US Letter and A4 PDF formats

How to use it

Invite a child to point to a broad feeling, explore a related word, and choose whether to draw, talk, pause, or try a small next step. The wheel can be used for a quick check-in or revisited over time.

License and delivery

Instant digital PDF download. Personal or single-classroom use only; no resale or redistribution. This is an educational resource, not treatment, diagnosis, or a guaranteed outcome.