Emotional Intelligence
A self-paced course teaching children to identify and manage their feelings through videos and activities.
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★★★★★I find it highly informative and well-structured, perfect for establishing a strong foundation for grasping what emotions are, how they work, and how to...— Tanya Brown-Gatlin
★★★★★I've tried emotional intelligence course with my son. We made in 2 days, I liked it, it is not a solution but more like a path to discovery how to identify and control emotions. I recall it several time when my son loose his temper.— Gleb
★★★★★[My granddaughter] was very invested in getting all the answers correct. I think that the most interesting part was the stories of the children feeling...— Elaine F.
★★★★★I loved it i think everyone should do this— Advit Malhotra
★★★★★It was fun and I liked it a lot— Norah
★★★★☆It was good because the skills are useful. I am seven years old and my grnadmother typed this for me.— Thea
About the course
Help your little one build emotional intelligence as they learn to recognize, understand, and talk about their emotions. Your child’s guide is Pixel, a cute emoji who helps make feelings easier to understand. With short, fun videos and interactive activities, young children will be excited to learn about their feelings.
This course was designed by child psychologist Ronald Crouch, Ph.D., and narrated by his son, Denali.
Estimated duration: 1-2 hours. This can be extended by adding these free worksheets.
Topics Covered
- What are emotions?
- Why are emotions important?
- The different kinds of emotions
- Why am I feeling that?
- Using the feeling thermometer
- The chill skills: how to calm down when I need to
For Teachers
Critikid offers classroom subscriptions that allow educators to give course access to an unlimited number of students. To learn more, visit the Critical Thinking for Schools page.
What is emotional intelligence?
Emotional Intelligence is the ability to understand and manage emotions in ourselves and others. It encompasses a range of skills that can be learned and developed.
Why is emotional intelligence important for children?
It is sometimes difficult for adults to remember what it was like when they didn't know the names for their feelings or what to do about them. We forget that it was a skill that we had to learn. For young children, emotions can be so confusing, and simply learning what they are called and what can be done to calm down is a big step forward for a little kid. Children who learn the skills for EQ can feel like they have a brand new superpower! When they get angry they can calm down. When they feel sad they can do something about it. And when they see strong emotions in others they can recognize what they are and help. In the long run, when young children learn EQ skills early in life they find the skills easy to use and can manage their emotions in a smart way all throughout their adolescence and adulthood. It is a priceless gift to give to a child.
At what age can children start learning about emotional intelligence?
Children can begin learning about emotions as soon as they can talk. When they are angry, teaching them the word for their feeling is the beginning of developing emotional intelligence. As they grow out of the toddler years and are better able to learn through reading and writing, the development of EQ skills can become more focused and deliberate, with courses on EQ and curriculum designed to help children identify and manage their emotions effectively.
Is emotional intelligence empathy?
Empathy is one of two core features of EQ along with insight. The first core feature is the ability to identify and manage your own emotions, that requires insight, or the ability to "see" within yourself. The second is the ability to identify and manage emotions in others, and that is where empathy comes in. Empathy is insight into others. It is the ability to take on another's perspective. This course teaches children about insight.
Does this course align with Common Core standards?
Yes, this course aligns a few Common Core ELA standards in the Speaking and Listening (SL) and Language (L) domains.
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Does this course align with CASEL competencies?
Yes. Emotional Intelligence supports CASEL competencies in Self-Awareness, Self-Management, Relationship Skills, and Responsible Decision-Making. Students practice identifying and managing emotions, using stress-management strategies, seeking help when needed, and solving personal or social problems.
Can I use ESA funds to buy this course?
Critikid is an approved Education Service Provider with the New Hampshire Children’s Scholarship Fund. Learn more.
What are the usage rights for this course? Is it reusable?
When you purchase this course, it’s tied to the email address used at checkout (unless you click "Buy as a Gift"). This means you get access for one person, but they can run through the course as many times as they want. If you’d like a school license with multiple passes for multiple teachers/students, visit the For Schools page.