Game Trefl Ego Emotions EE/LV/LT/RU version 02214T

Trefl Ego Emotions (EE/LV/LT/RU version) is a board game created to develop emotional intelligence through guided interaction and play. Designed for children aged 8 and above, the set contains illustrated emotion cards and activity prompts that guide players to recognize, name and discuss feelings. The game format supports small groups, family play or classroom use, providing structured turns and scenarios that make conversations about emotions accessible and repeatable.

Advantages

The game combines visual cues and simple tasks to make emotional vocabulary concrete and memorable. Its multilingual edition supports use in Estonian, Latvian, Lithuanian and Russian language settings, facilitating inclusive play across different language groups. Components are illustrated to encourage observation and verbal expression, and the gameplay emphasizes cooperative interaction rather than competition.

Suitable for

• Children aged 8 and older learning emotional literacy
• Family game nights focused on communication
• Primary school classrooms and small-group social skills activities
• Therapeutic or counselling sessions that use play-based techniques

Key specifications

• Language edition: includes localized content for multiple Baltic and regional languages
• Recommended minimum age: 8+
• Player count: designed for small groups or family play (multiple players supported)
• Components: illustrated emotion cards and activity prompts suitable for discussion-based gameplay

How to use

Set up the game on a flat surface and shuffle the illustrated emotion cards. Players take turns drawing cards and following the activity prompts, which may ask them to name an emotion, describe a situation that elicits it, or act out a feeling for others to identify. Facilitators or parents can read prompts aloud and encourage open-ended answers. Sessions can be brief (10–15 minutes) or extended depending on discussion depth; repeat scenarios to reinforce recognition and vocabulary.

Usage recommendations

Use the game as a regular short activity to build vocabulary and recognition gradually. For classroom use, pair the game with reflective discussions or journaling to consolidate learning; in family settings, encourage turn-taking and listening to model empathetic responses.