Early Years Spinning Feelings Wheel • Printable PDF Emotion Spinner
 
•What It Is
An engaging emotion spinner tool designed for young children in nursery, preschool, and reception. This printable feelings wheel helps children identify, name, and communicate emotions using simple feelings words and a fun spinner format.
 
•Why It Works
Supports emotional literacy and self-awareness, helping children learn to express what they truly feel—beyond basic words like “sad” or “happy” 
Reduces emotional intensity by putting feelings into words—a proven technique to decrease stress and improve emotional regulation 
Ideal for use in calm corners, circle time, or one-on-one emotional check-ins.
 
•How to Use It
Download instantly after purchase.
Print, cut out, and attach to a spinner or paper fastener.
Use with children to identify emotions verbally or visually.
Encourage daily check-ins or group sharing to foster empathy and emotional understanding.