Social-Emotional Learning Vocabulary for Kindergarten
20 terms
JamWise Education TeamยทUpdated March 2026
In kindergarten, students in the kindergarten band encounter 20 essential social-emotional learning vocabulary terms. These words form the foundation for classroom discussions, reading comprehension, written assignments, and standardized assessments. Mastering this vocabulary gives students the language they need to express their understanding with clarity and confidence.
Below you will find every social-emotional learning term for kindergarten, organized by topic where applicable. Each term links to a detailed definition page with grade-level explanations, related vocabulary, and connections to JamWise learning resources.
self-awareness
View topic hubAngry
A strong feeling you get when something seems unfair or goes wrong.
Feeling
Something you notice inside yourself, like being happy, sad, or scared.
Happy
A good feeling you get when something nice happens, like playing with a friend.
Proud
A good feeling you get when you do something well or try really hard.
Sad
A feeling you get when something makes you want to cry, like losing a toy.
Scared
A feeling you get when something makes you afraid or worried.
Shy
A feeling of being nervous or quiet around new people or in new places.
self-management
View topic hubDeep breath
Breathing in slowly through your nose and out through your mouth to help you feel calm.
Patience
Being able to wait calmly without getting upset.
Self-control
Being able to stop yourself from doing something you should not do, even when you really want to.
Take turns
Letting each person have a chance to play, talk, or go, one at a time.
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