Build emotional vocabulary with these Montessori-inspired 3-part cards! Children learn 12 essential emotions through hands-on matching practice – from happy and excited to worried and calm. Each card features authentic photography of children expressing feelings with clear word labels, supporting ESL learners, early readers, and social-emotional development.
These nomenclature cards provide three ways to match: picture to word using control cards, independent picture-word matching, and word recognition practice. Children develop emotional intelligence by identifying feelings, recognising facial expressions, and connecting emotions to personal experiences. Perfect for Valentine’s Day units celebrating love and friendship, back-to-school transition support, or year-round social-emotional learning.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
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14 emotion vocabulary control cards (picture + word)
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14 picture-only cards
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14 word-only cards
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Step-by-step instructions
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Extension activity suggestions
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Download & print
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Cut out & laminate
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Show control card and model matching
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Mix picture and word cards for practice
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Child matches using control cards for self-checking
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Discuss emotions and personal experiences
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Valentine’s Day units exploring love, friendship, and kindness
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Social-emotional learning and feelings vocabulary
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Back-to-school transition and separation anxiety support
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ESL and language development
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Early literacy and word recognition practice
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Independent learning centres and work trays
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Building emotional awareness and expression
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Montessori 3-Part Card Format: Self-correcting design supports independent learning and reading readiness
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Social-Emotional Learning: Builds emotional vocabulary and awareness essential for Valentine’s themes and year-round development
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Authentic Photos: Real children expressing genuine emotions for clear recognition and relatability
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Dual-Season Versatility: Perfect for Valentine’s Day (love, friendship) AND Back-to-School (processing feelings about transitions)
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Classroom Ready: Perfect for individual work, small group activities, feelings circles, or whole-class SEL lessons
