These are our âI Feel, I Needâ Emotional Expression & Communication Cards
They will Support children to express their emotions and communicate their needs clearly and confidently.
This set of 30 printable âI Feel, I Needâ cards is designed to help children particularly those who are neurodivergent identify how they feel and ask for the support they need. Each card combines a clear âI feelâŠâ statement with a matching âI needâŠâ response, promoting both emotional understanding and everyday communication. We also include an editable set where you can change the âI needâ statement to give full flexibility with this resource.
Many children struggle to find the words to describe whatâs going on inside. These cards offer a visual and language-based way to bridge that gap reducing frustration, supporting co-regulation, and giving children a stronger voice.
Whatâs Included in the âI feel I need emotional expression cards?
30 printable cards (6 cards on each page)
30 partially editable cards. You need PowerPoint to edit the âI needâ part.
A mix of emotional, sensory, and physical states
Clear âI feelâŠâ and âI needâŠâ phrasing to support expressive communication
Neuroaffirming, validating language that respects all experiences