The Emotion Story Stones set is a hands-on emotional literacy resource designed to help children recognise, name and express a wide range of feelings through tactile exploration, storytelling and guided discussion. Featuring ten durable plastic stones, each engraved with a different facial expression, Emotion Story Stones support the development of emotional awareness, empathy, communication and self-regulation in a way that is engaging, practical and accessible for a variety of learning and support settings.

Ideal for classrooms, therapy spaces, home learning environments and wellbeing programs, Emotion Story Stones give children a concrete visual and tactile tool for exploring emotions such as happiness, sadness, anger, surprise and other commonly experienced feelings. By physically selecting, holding and discussing the stones, children can begin to connect facial expressions with emotional language, personal experiences and social situations. This can be especially valuable for children who find it difficult to identify internal emotional states, interpret the feelings of others or verbalise how they are feeling.

The tactile nature of Emotion Story Stones adds another layer of support for sensory processing and self-regulation. Their smooth, calming surface makes them suitable for quiet reflection, sensory corners, calm-down spaces and one-to-one support activities. They can be used to prompt daily check-ins, support co-regulation conversations, encourage role-play and storytelling, or help children prepare for and reflect on social experiences.

For occupational therapists, educators, speech pathologists, allied health teams and families supporting NDIS participants or children with additional regulation, communication or social-emotional needs, Emotion Story Stones offer a flexible and purposeful resource. They can be incorporated into social and emotional learning programs, therapy sessions, calm spaces, group discussions and home routines to support emotional development, participation, communication confidence and wellbeing.

Washable, durable and easy to use across multiple environments, Emotion Story Stones are a practical addition to any sensory, educational or therapeutic toolkit focused on emotional regulation, connection and communication.

Benefits

• Supports emotional literacy by helping children recognise, identify and name a range of feelings
• Builds self-awareness and self-regulation through structured opportunities to reflect on emotions
• Encourages empathy and perspective-taking by exploring how others may feel in different situations
• Strengthens communication skills for children who need support expressing feelings verbally
• Provides a tactile sensory experience that can be calming and grounding during reflection or regulation activities
• Supports social and emotional learning programs in classrooms, therapy and home environments
• Encourages storytelling, imaginative play and role-play, helping children practise emotional language in context
• Offers a concrete visual support for children who benefit from hands-on learning and sensory-based strategies
• Useful for NDIS participants and children with autism, ADHD, anxiety, communication differences or emotional regulation challenges
• Promotes participation in group discussions, check-ins, therapy sessions and daily routines focused on wellbeing

Key Features

• 10 tactile emotion stones engraved with different facial expressions
• Supports recognition of a wide range of feelings and emotional states
• Smooth, tactile surface for calming sensory input and hands-on learning
• Durable plastic construction suitable for regular classroom, therapy and home use
• Washable and easy to maintain for shared learning environments
• Can be used for emotion check-ins, storytelling, role-play, reflection and social-emotional learning activities
• Supports both structured teaching and open-ended play-based exploration
• Suitable for individual support, small group learning, sensory spaces and wellbeing programs
• Compact and easy to incorporate into therapy kits, classroom resources and calm corners

Ideal For

• NDIS participants working on emotional regulation, communication, self-awareness and social interaction goals
• Occupational therapists, speech pathologists, psychologists and allied health professionals supporting emotional literacy and regulation
• Early learning centres, primary schools and specialist education settings implementing social and emotional learning programs
• Home care and family environments supporting emotional development, calm routines and communication practice
• Sensory spaces, calm corners and wellbeing rooms needing tactile emotional regulation tools
• Children who benefit from visual and tactile supports to understand and express emotions
• Educators and carers looking for practical tools to support empathy, feelings check-ins and guided emotional conversations

Specifications

• Product Name: Emotion Story Stones
• Set Includes: 10 tactile plastic emotion stones
• Material: Durable plastic
• Weight: 0.66kg
• Recommended Age: 3+ years
• Features: Engraved facial expressions, tactile smooth surface, washable design
• Use Settings: Classroom, therapy, wellbeing programs, sensory spaces, calm corners, home use

Safety Information

• Suitable for children aged 3 years and over
• Use under adult supervision, particularly in early learning and group settings
• Inspect regularly for wear or damage before use
• Clean and dry thoroughly after washing to maintain hygiene in shared environments
• Select activities appropriate to the child’s age, communication level and support needs
• If using in therapy or NDIS settings, use alongside individual goals and professional recommendations where appropriate

Why Choose This Product

The Emotion Story Stones set provides a practical, sensory-friendly way to support emotional literacy, communication and self-regulation without relying solely on verbal instruction. For many children, emotions can feel abstract or difficult to explain. Emotion Story Stones make feelings more visible, concrete and easier to discuss by pairing expressive faces with tactile, hands-on interaction.

For educators, therapists and families, this makes the set a valuable tool for supporting functional outcomes related to emotional understanding, co-regulation, social participation and communication confidence. Whether used as part of a structured wellbeing lesson, an occupational therapy session, a calm-down routine or a daily classroom check-in, Emotion Story Stones help create meaningful opportunities for children to explore feelings, develop empathy and build the language they need to navigate relationships and everyday experiences.

Durable, washable and highly versatile, Emotion Story Stones are an excellent addition to sensory toolkits, therapy resources, social-emotional learning programs and inclusive classroom environments focused on wellbeing, participation and connection.