Emotional Awareness · EA-08
Emotion Vocabulary Posters
Offer a broad, neutral vocabulary for talking about emotional experiences.
Clinician-created · facilitator review requiredFor clinician-facilitated use
This is a professional resource, not a child-facing online service. A licensed clinician or other qualified adult must determine suitability, explain and adapt the activity, and supervise its use. Do not direct a child to access this webpage independently or enter client information.
The full-resolution WebP includes print-safe margins and should be downloaded by an adult professional. Read the guidance below before using the page.
How to use it
- Look across the groups and notice any words or symbols that stand out.
- Choose one, more than one, unsure, or none of these.
- Add a word from your own language or experience if you want.
Reflection prompts
- Which words feel similar, and which feel different?
- Is there a word you wish were included?
- How would you describe your experience in your own way?
Facilitator guidance
Display as an optional language resource. Avoid dividing emotions into positive and negative categories or assuming everyone uses the same words in the same way.
Adaptations & accessibility
- Provide child, teen, adult, translated, and symbol-supported editions.
- Use high-contrast grouping and large print.
- Offer a portable copy for people who prefer private selection.
Professional-use review
Standard licensed-clinician and editorial vocabulary review required before use.
