Spot the Feelings Board: Help Kids Name & Navigate Emotions

Created in collaboration with a school psychologist and speech therapist, this board helps kids identify and label emotions—so they can express how they feel instead of acting out.

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Why I Created the Spot the Feelings Board

This board was built out of real need. My child’s school psychologist and speech therapist reached out looking for a visual way to help kids learn emotional vocabulary and self-awareness.

I spent countless hours working closely with them to develop a board that could work in both classrooms and homes—helping kids spot what they’re feeling, name it, and begin to understand what those feelings mean.

It’s designed to be approachable, easy to use, and powerful for every child—not just those who are neurodivergent or speech delayed.

  • From Confused Faces

  • to Clear Emotions

Emotional understanding is a skill—and this board helps kids build it.

How It Works

1. Choose the Spot the Feelings Board

The magnetic version is perfect for fridges or classroom whiteboards. Easy to see, grab, and use daily.

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2. Introduce the Feelings

Use the colorful cling icons to talk through each emotion with your child or students. Many include matching facial expressions to help visual learners.

3. Use It for Daily Check-Ins

Kids can move a cling or point to how they feel during transitions, after an incident, or as a morning routine. It creates space for communication.

4. Build Emotional Confidence

Over time, children begin recognizing emotions as they happen—and feel empowered to express them instead of bottling them up.

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Real Families Are Loving It

"I love that the cling-ons provide visual cues for my kids, especially my 5-year-old son, as to what to expect for our day/week/month. I love that they are visually appealing and that they can be hung on the wall or on the fridge. Awesome products!"— Kristen

“The daily board has been a game changer for my 4-year-old. All the basic morning tasks like getting dressed, cleaning up toys, and brushing teeth were such a fight. After introducing the daily board, he is actually excited to do them and move them to the ‘done’ category. It has taken one less stress off of me.”— Cynthia

"Absolutely love this! It helps so much with remembering what to do!"— Dominic

Why Our Spot the Feelings Board?

  • Speech therapist approved

    Developed with real professionals

  • Built for school and home

    Versatile design works in both environments

  • Visual and concrete

    Helps all kids understand abstract emotions

  • Supports emotional growth

    Great for early learners and kids with big feelings

  • Encourages connection

    Helps kids feel seen, heard, and supported

  • Magnetic and durable

    Easy to use again and again

faq

What is the Spot the Feelings Board for?

The Spot the Feelings Board helps kids identify how they’re feeling by using simple, illustrated emotions. It’s a visual check-in tool that supports emotional awareness and communication—perfect for use at home, in classrooms, or in therapy settings.

What age is this board best for?

Most families start using it with kids ages 3+, but it can absolutely grow with your child. Younger kids will point or use visuals, while older kids can move clings and talk through strategies.

Does this replace therapy?

Nope. It’s not a replacement—but it’s a powerful tool to support therapy goals, home routines, and everyday emotion coaching. Many OTs, SLPs, and educators use it right alongside professional strategies.

Do the boards come with clings?

Do I need to buy clings separately?

Yes. The clings are sold separately so you can choose the sets that best match your child’s needs.

Is this board appropriate for school use?

Yes! The Spot the Feelings Board was developed in collaboration with a school psychologist and speech therapist specifically for classroom and home use. It’s simple enough for daily use during check-ins or morning meetings.

Ready to Help Your Child Name Their Emotions?

You can’t support what they can’t express.

Give your child a tool to name their feelings and feel seen. The Spot the Feelings Board builds emotional awareness in a simple, visual way.

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