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These are our “I Feel, I Need” Emotional Expression & Communication Cards

They will Support children to express their emotions and communicate their needs clearly and confidently.

This set of 30 printable “I Feel, I Need” 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 “I feel…” statement with a matching “I need…” response, promoting both emotional understanding and everyday communication. We also include an editable set where you can change the ‘I need’ statement to give full flexibility with this resource.

Many children struggle to find the words to describe what’s 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.

What’s Included in the ‘I feel I need emotional expression cards?
30 printable cards (6 cards on each page)

30 partially editable cards. You need PowerPoint to edit the ‘I need’ part.
A mix of emotional, sensory, and physical states

Clear “I feel…” and “I need…” phrasing to support expressive communication

Neuroaffirming, validating language that respects all experiences