Series 1 Episode 3: What Are Emotions?

Helping children understand where feelings come from and how they change

In this third episode of Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison, children explore the idea that emotions are not random—they are responses to things that happen around and within us. Through reflective storytelling, guided discussion, and interactive activities, pupils begin to understand that emotions shift throughout the day and can tell us something important about our experiences.

What’s Included:

• Guided Audio Episode – A calm, story-led session featuring Max and his “colourful day,” showing how emotions rise, fall, and change in response to daily events. Transcript included.

• Pupil Workbook (UK and US English) – A structured 8-page printable journal with thought-provoking activities, scenario-based emotion matching, self-reflection prompts, drama tasks, and a mindful challenge to reinforce learning.

• Teacher Guide – A detailed 12-page teaching guide with full lesson structure, discussion questions, vocabulary scaffolding, differentiated strategies, and key learning objectives.

Key Themes:

• Emotions are caused by events, thoughts, and experiences

• Feelings can change over time—even in one day

• We can learn from our emotions to better understand ourselves and others

• Reflecting on emotions helps build self-regulation and empathy

Ideal For:

• EYFS and Key Stage 1 classrooms

• Daily emotional check-ins, PSHE lessons, or transition times

• Teachers seeking a structured yet flexible approach to emotional wellbeing

• Inclusive teaching of emotional cause and effect

Learning Outcomes:

• Pupils begin to link emotions to specific events and experiences

• Children practise identifying emotional shifts throughout the day

• Storytelling helps pupils recognise that emotions are temporary and manageable

• Reflection and group discussion support empathy and emotional vocabulary

Through Max’s relatable story and engaging classroom activities, Episode 3 equips pupils with a deeper understanding of how emotions work—why they appear, how they change, and what they can teach us. A perfect next step in developing emotional literacy and resilience in young learners.

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