Series 1 Episode 2: Naming Our Feelings

Following on from the introduction to emotions in Episode 1, this resource pack helps children learn how to name what they are feeling—an essential step in developing emotional intelligence and self-regulation. Episode 2, Naming Our Feelings, uses storytelling, reflection, and interactive activities to give pupils the language tools they need to better understand and express their emotions.

What’s Included:

• Guided Audio Episode – A gentle, story-based mindfulness session in which Miss Harrison introduces the magical Feelings Forest, where naming an emotion helps it feel more manageable. (Transcript included.)

• UK and US English Pupil Workbooks – Printable journals with reflective writing, emotion-matching activities, charades, and drawing prompts to support vocabulary building and emotional exploration. There are 8 pages in this journal.

• Teacher Guide – Clear guidance for classroom delivery, with structured lesson steps, modelled language, differentiation strategies, and core learning points. There are 12 pages in this guide.

Key Themes:

• Expanding emotional vocabulary

• Recognising that naming a feeling helps us manage it

• Using storytelling and drama to connect feelings to real-life situations

• Reinforcing the idea that all emotions are valid

Ideal For:

• PSHE lessons or circle time
  

• Emotional check-ins or transition activities

• Teachers seeking structured, low-prep wellbeing content

Learning Outcomes:

• Pupils learn to identify and label a range of emotions

• Children begin making connections between feelings and behaviours

• Reflection activities help pupils describe their experiences more clearly

• Drama and discussion foster empathy and emotional recognition

With the memorable story of Lily and the Feelings Forest, this episode empowers children to take the first steps in articulating their emotional world—making big feelings feel a little smaller and easier to handle. A must-have resource for any classroom nurturing confident, emotionally aware learners.