Emotion Charades and Emotion Pictionary

This week the Seniors have been playing Emotion Charades and Pictionary, acting out and drawing different emotions for their Survivor team mates to guess. It might sound like a game, but there's lots of science behind it. When children practice recognising and naming emotions, they're strengthening the part of the brain called the prefrontal cortex, which helps with empathy, self-control, and decision-making. By tuning into facial expressions, tone, and body language, students learn to read social cues more effectively which is a skill that supports friendships, teamwork, and problem-solving. Acting out or drawing emotions also gets kids moving, laughing, and connecting, which boosts the release of dopamine. We recommend using the 'How do I feel' cards which were produced by the author (Rebekah Lipp) and illustrator (Craig Phillips) of the picture book of the same name.