Feeling and Emotion Words In Stories or Poems Worksheets

Related ELA Standard: RL.1.4

Core Standard
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We will often reading stories like robots. We do not bring the characters to life in our minds. In just about every story and definitely in poems, there are tons of words and phrases that suggest exactly the mindset of the subjects or the characters of any work. For many of us, we overlook these words and are left feeling cold about it in general. These worksheets will help provide students with some training on how to identify emotional driven words and phrases.

Feeling and Emotion Word Worksheets To Print:

Flying High – John takes in the beautiful scene around him.

George's Journey – Groundhogs really have some fun.

The Old House – This could also be turned into a spooky tale, if you tell it in late October.

The Bird Nest – It is so fun how young people see the relations between animals and humans.

The Sandwich – Roger makes one heck of a sandwich.

Counting Cars – The boys are counting the number of blue and red cars they see.

The Sleepyhead – My nickname for every school day I have ever had.

The Snake – Sam is one heck of a snake lover.

The Fox – Somebody needs to tell May that foxes aren't the best pet to have.

Cloud Gazing – Bob is having a bit of a day dream going on here.

Springtime Snow – When ever the seasons cross over, it makes for a fun day for all. I remember sledding in September one year.

Bubbles! – I did get the bubbles all over a bit too much!

Sam and Harry – Stick shaped like a "Y" are not hard to come by anymore.

Fluffy and Spike – These pups personality is a lot like my puppy dogs.

The New Neighbors – Everybody is wondering who is moving in.

How to Spot Feeling and Emotion Words In Stories or Poems?

Stories and poems are filled with emotions. There are several different types of emotions. To spot them, you must first know what they really mean. These are some of the most common emotions you find in stories and poems.


Anger


Anger is the emotion that is usually considered as negative. To recognize the feelings of anger in a story or a poem, focus on the consequences. A person usually takes dire decisions when angry. Anger also forces the person to set certain boundaries. Anger can lead to many different emotions as well.


Here are some words that are associated with anger. These words will represent the emotion and feeling of anger if spotted in a story or poem.


Annoyed, appalled, aggressive, aggravated, belligerent, bitter, cranky, critical, cross, cold, displeased, disgusted, furious, frustrated, impatient, mad, sarcastic, revengeful, etc.


Fear


Fear is an emotion that represents a vulnerability. This emotion or feeling is related to being helpless and afraid. It indicates change, terror, and potential harm. Fear is a common emotion that you will find in many stories and poems. To spot a word that represents fear, try to focus on how the character might be feeling in the situation. Here are some words that are associated with the emotion of fear.


Alert, anxious, alarmed, afraid, confused, curious, cautious, distrustful, doubtful, horrified, hesitant, insecure, intuitive, nervous, startled, petrified, terrorize, worried, etc.


Happiness


Happiness is an emotion that represents true fulfillment. It is related to being free and complete. It is a lovely emotion that has amazing effects on the mood. Here are some words that are associated with the emotion of happiness.


Amused, Cheerful, delighted, excited, glad, joyful, jovial, merry, overjoyed, thrilled, satisfied.


Sadness


Sadness is an emotion related to grief. It helps people let go of things that are no longer useful to them. Sadness helps to incorporate necessary changes in life. It is related to depression and despair. Here are some words that are associated with the emotion of sadness.


Anguished, bleak, contemplative, depressed, despair, disconnected, down, distractive, drained, gloomy, heartbroken, heavy-hearted, hopeless, etc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



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