Facing Big Feelings: An Interactive Game to Explore Emotions
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Regulating big emotions can be a challenge. By naming and defining emotions, they get easier to understand. This knowledge builds kids’ confidence and empowers them to manage emotions on their own in the future.
Print out and use this flashcard deck to teach your child to recognize and identify different feelings and emotions while having fun too!
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