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This 12-word flower-shaped word search introduces early-elementary students to emotions and simple coping strategies. Hidden words include happy, sad, breathe, and listen, connecting feelings with calming actions. Use it as a social-emotional learning warm-up, a mindfulness activity during a feelings unit, or a classroom routine for self-regulation practice.

Subject:
Social Emotional Learning
Topic:
Emotional Regulation
Grade Level:
K – 2nd Grade
Updated July 2022

Word List

  • MAD
  • SAD
  • ANGRY
  • BREATHE
  • WALK
  • THINK
  • LISTEN
  • HAPPY
  • SMILE
  • WATCH
  • FEEL
  • WAIT

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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