Personal & Social Development·Emotional Literacy·language
Emotion Vocabulary
Use a wider vocabulary of emotion words beyond the basics — including frustrated, worried, anxious, embarrassed, jealous, proud, disappointed, grateful, and lonely — and distinguish between similar emotions
Suggested ages 7–9
Learning journey
Your child is developing a deeper understanding of emotions — learning more specific emotion words, recognising how feelings vary in intensity, and understanding the connection between emotions and physical sensations in their body.
Evidence of understanding
- Use at least five emotion words beyond the basic six in everyday conversation
- Explain the difference between two similar emotions such as angry and frustrated
- Choose a precise emotion word that fits a described scenario
Assessment prompt
If Emotion Vocabulary doesn't get invited to a classmate's party, can they describe whether they feel disappointed, jealous, lonely, or a mix — rather than just saying 'sad'?
Standards alignment
PSPE-ID-LO-P2-3International · ib-pyp-pspe
PSPE-ID-LO-P2-3
IB PYP Personal, Social and Physical Education (PSPE) Scope and Sequence