1st Edition

The Power of Emotional Intelligence A Primary School Toolkit

By Molly Potter Copyright 2025
276 Pages 66 B/W Illustrations
by Speechmark

276 Pages 66 B/W Illustrations
by Speechmark

276 Pages 66 B/W Illustrations
by Speechmark

We’ve all been told emotional intelligence is a good thing, but are we really clear about what it is and how we can all get more of it? We know it helps children self-regulate, be more motivated, maintain relationships and be more resilient, but how do we go about accessing these benefits? The Power of Emotional Intelligence will help primary school teachers and leaders to increase their... Read more

Introduction 

Part 1: Understanding emotions – information for adults 

Part 2: Activities to use with children to support the development of emotional intelligence

Part 3: A closer look at some individual emotions

Part 4: A closer look at anger 

Part 5: A focus on worry and anxiety

Part 6: Relationships and emotions

Part 7: Emotions and learning

Part 8: Emotional intelligence and supporting behaviour

Part 9: A whole school approach to emotional intelligence

Appendices

Biography

Molly Potter has worked as a mainstream teacher, a teacher in a pupil referral unit, a PSHE adviser, a trainer and writer; has provided one-to-one support for children; and is the author of more than 35 books on topics, many relating to emotional intelligence and wellbeing.