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This 16-word emotions word search helps elementary students identify and name common feelings. Hidden words include happy, sad, excited, nervous, worried, and surprised, covering both positive and challenging emotions. Use it during a social-emotional learning unit, as a feelings warm-up, or as a sub-plan activity for building emotional vocabulary.

Subject:
Social Emotional Learning
Topic:
Understanding Feelings
Grade Level:
2nd – 4th Grades
Updated May 2026

Word List

  • BORED
  • HOPEFUL
  • WORRIED
  • RELAXED
  • LONELY
  • PROUD
  • CONFUSED
  • SURPRISED
  • SCARED
  • TIRED
  • CALM
  • NERVOUS
  • EXCITED
  • ANGRY
  • SAD
  • HAPPY

How to Use This Word Search

Print this word search for early finishers, vocabulary review, or classroom warm-ups. Click 'View Word Search' to change the grid size, swap words, or adjust difficulty before downloading.

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