Dental Fears Social/Emotional Learning

Social-Emotional Learning Worksheet – Petrified Prunella Inspired Activities

Explore Feelings, Traditions & Bravery

Created by Sophie’s World

This printable SEL activity pack is inspired by the heartfelt children’s story Petrified Prunella—a tale of cultural transition, dental fears, and emotional growth. Help your students explore their own feelings while reflecting on how others navigate change and fear.

What’s Included:

1. SEL Reflection Activity – "Facing Fears & Honoring Traditions"

• Prompts students to explore personal fears and cultural pride
• Encourages drawing, journaling, and peer-sharing
• Includes a class pledge for bravery and kindness

2. Printable Emotion Chart – “How Did Prunella Feel?”

• Students draw facial expressions and match them to key story moments
• Includes space for personal emotional reflection
• Builds empathy, vocabulary, and self-awareness

Learning Goals:

- Identify and label emotions

- Reflect on fears and personal strengths

- Build empathy through story-based discussion

- Connect emotions to real-life events

- Celebrate cultural diversity and respect

Perfect for:

• Grades 1–5
• Literacy & SEL integration
• Multicultural learning weeks
• Morning meetings or journal prompts
• Small-group counseling sessions