The Feelings Family is a thoughtfully designed storybook and plush set that introduces children to social-emotional learning in a tangible, approachable way. Featuring five plush characters representing core emotions—happy, sad, angry, scared, and surprised—alongside an engaging storybook, Isabella’s Day at School.
The Feelings Family simplifies the complexity of emotions by giving each feeling a relatable, plush character. As children interact with the characters and read the storybook, they learn to identify and name their own emotions, an essential first step in building emotional awareness. This process can help reduce frustration and encourage healthy communication.
The included storybook, Isabella’s Day at School, weaves a narrative that showcases how each feeling might appear in an everyday situation. Feeling scared of a bee, or angry that an art project doesn’t go your way, or sad when all the swings are taken. This storytelling approach provides context for emotions, making them easier for children to understand and relate to. It also opens the door for discussions about their own experiences, allowing caregivers to guide children through their feelings and responses.
The plush characters make the learning process interactive and engaging. Kids can cuddle the plushies for comfort, use them as props during storytelling, or even keep their favorite feeling close during emotionally charged moments, making the Feelings Family both a learning tool and a source of emotional support.
Hand2mind’s Feelings Family is a valuable resource for introducing social-emotional learning to young children. By combining storytelling, tactile play, and relatable characters, this set empowers children to better understand and express their emotions.
