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  • Facial Expression Cards

    Facial Expression Cue Cards are the only cards designed to help children and adults recognize and understand emotions through specifically defined facial cues. Created by experienced therapists, these larger sized 5x7-inch cards feature real photos (not cartoons) showcasing a diverse range of individuals to ensure inclusivity and relatability.

    SKILLS THIS WORKS ON
    • Identify and read emotions in the faces of others
    • Develop a strong emotional vocabulary
    • Enhance social skills
    • Describe and compare facial expression features
    • Build social communication confidence

    DETAILED PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

    This culterally and age-inclusive card set is a versatile, engaging way to foster emotional literacy and social communication. They are perfect for preschoolers, elementary students, teens and adults alike.

    Unlike other tools, these cards define specific research-based facial features for each emotion, making them an invaluable teaching resource for speech therapists, occupational therapists, ABA professionals, ESL instructors, early childhood educators, and even memory care specialists. Their larger size ensures visibility and ease of use in any setting, from classrooms to therapy sessions.

    KEY FEATURES
    Defines specific facial features for each emotion

    Our cards clearly point out facial features for each emotion. Learn specifically what to look for in the eyes, nose and mouth to read emotions. Crinkled nose? That's probably disgust. Arched eyebrows and dropped jaw? That's the classic look of surprise.

    Larger size with easy to see facial details

    Our 5x7 inch sized cards make learning easy! Point out a furrowed brow to indicate anger, or eye crinkles that indicate an authentic smile.

    Real-Life Faces - No Cartoons or Illustrations

    Learn from faces that look like real-life for increased ability to transfer skills to actual social situations.

    Game-Based Learning

    Our top-rated game, Facial Expression Line, is included, as well as a list of activities and ideas for use at home, in the classroom, in small groups, and 1-on-1.

    Social Inferencing Made Easy

    For each emotion, you'll find a card with blanks and arrows pointing to different facial features. Can you find the clues that lead you to the conclusion that the person is sad? happy? disgusted? These cards are great for assessment, scaffolding learning and social skills group games.

    12 Different Emotions

    More emotions than your typical card deck, this set includes faces that are diverse in age, culture, and gender: happy, sad, surprised, confused, disgusted, afraid, tired, bored, contempt, nervous, angry, and frustrated.

    CONTENTS: 41 cards, 12 different emotions, 24 different faces, compare/contrast diagrams, ways to use at home, game ideas

    WHO'S THIS FOR?

    Kids, teens and adults who need an evidence-based way to improve their social communication skills. Used by speech therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, educators, camp leaders, and social skills groups.

    SHIPPING INFO

    This is a digital product. You will receive a link to a Google Slide Set that you will copy to your Google account. There are also slides that can be downloaded, printed, and laminated if desired.

    OUR GUARANTEE

    We guarantee all our products to be in good working order and contain all parts. Should you experience any issues, please contact support@story-stage.com and we'll make it right!

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    All of our games are made to make learning as easy as having fun! Designed for zero prep and instant play, our games help build essential skills like reading, communication, literacy, and social skills—all while keeping players engaged and entertained. Perfect for classrooms, groups, clinics or even one-on-one, they offer a seamless blend of education and fun, making skill-building effortless and exciting for everyone!

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    25 Years of Experience In Your Corner

    We are Rebekah and Leigh. Professionally, we are a speech-language and academic-language therapist. But mostly we're parents.

    Teaching kids how to talk with and listen to others is critical to their success with friends and in school.

    We create games to help kids improve all aspects of their communication. And we do it in a fun and easy way!

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