The free Children’s Emotional Weather Worksheets use the idea of different weather types to help children identify and express their emotions in a creative, visual way. By comparing feelings to weather—such as sunny, rainy, or stormy—this resource makes emotional reflection more engaging and understandable for younger children.
It is ideal for use in schools, therapy sessions, family support work, or at home, particularly with children who have difficulty describing their feelings in words. These worksheets support emotional literacy, regulation skills, and self-awareness, and are especially helpful for children with autism, anxiety, or big emotions.
What’s Included in the Resource?
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Weather-themed emotion worksheets – Each sheet focuses on a specific “weather” feeling, such as:
• Sunny – happy, excited
• Snowy – calm, peaceful
• Rainbowy – proud, hopeful
• Cloudy – sad, tired or quiet, bored
• Stormy – angry, frustrated
• Windy – worried, jumpy
• Foggy – confused, unsure -
Reflection prompts for each feeling – Children are asked to draw, write, and describe what that emotion feels like, what causes it, and what helps them cope
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Visual and creative approach – Encourages children to draw the sky that matches how they feel inside, combining emotions with imagery
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Open-ended and flexible – Children can describe one feeling or a mix, making the tool suitable for individual or group use
How Can the Worksheets Be Used?
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In schools and early years settings – A great addition to PSHE lessons, calm corners, or check-in routines
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In therapy or counselling – Supports children in naming emotions and identifying helpful coping strategies
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At home with families – Offers a relaxed way to start conversations about feelings and build emotional understanding
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For children with special educational needs – Especially useful for children with autism, sensory needs, or communication difficulties
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As part of emotional regulation plans – Can be used alongside mood trackers or calm-down kits to build a personalised toolkit
These emotional weather worksheets help children connect their inner feelings to something they can see and understand. They offer a gentle, imaginative way to explore emotions, support emotional growth, and open up meaningful conversations.
