Clown Emotions

Recognising emotions through clown faces supports emotional intelligence.

• Framework: EYFS
• Unit: EYFS Circus
• Learning area: Social & Emotional Development
• Level: EYFS Birth-2

Objectives

• Students will identify and mimic different emotions shown by clowns.

Materials

• Emotion cards with clown faces
• Mirror

Instructions

1. Show clown faces with different emotions.

2. Ask children to name and copy each emotion.

3. Discuss when they feel each emotion.

Educator tip

Use a mirror so children can see themselves making faces.

Assessment

Observe and note: sustained engagement, sensory responses, early vocalisations, and attachment behaviours. Document using the Characteristics of Effective Learning framework (Playing and Exploring). Check emotion vocabulary and expression.

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