Put your little one’s memory skills to the test with this sweet monster card match-up! Shuffle the cards so that the pairs of emotions are separated. Guide learners on how to draw a funky monster by first giving a demonstration, and then handing out art supplies and letting them take the wheel as they create their own. This activity encourages learners to use their imagination and tap into their own emotions. Design Your Own MonsterĮncouraging freedom of expression, especially at a young age, is very important. Pop it on as they engage in a coloring activity or simply use it as a brain break and invite learners to sit back, relax, and enjoy! Your preschool class is sure to love this captivating video read-aloud. Once complete, have learners explain why they’re feeling a certain way.

This is a lovely follow-on activity after having read The Color Monster to your class! Print out a page for each learner and prompt them to use a color from the book to color in their monster to represent how they’re feeling. Play Simon Says with the Color Monster’s help and visually act out a series of emotions! For example, using the little pink monster displayed below, the teacher will call out, “The Color Monster is in love”, and students will give themselves or a friend a big hug! Inspired by this read, we’ve compiled a list of 16 charming activities for you to choose from! From pre-made digital activities to hands-on crafts, all of our picks are perfect for sparking discussions that center around emotions! For inspiration on how to incorporate these lessons into your very own classroom or home-learning experience, read on. Best-selling author, Anna Llenas, is best known for her book about an adorable monster who, with the help of a friend, learns to name and navigate his feelings.

The color monster board book