SEL DRAWING PROMPTS WORKSHEETS – Small Group Counseling Activities – Individual

Are you looking for engaging SEL activities that help students express emotions, build coping skills, and strengthen self-awareness—without feeling like “work”?

Our SEL Drawing Prompt Worksheets are designed to make social emotional learning creative, hands-on, and fun. Each page uses an open-ended visual prompt (like a backpack, treasure chest, balloon, or garden) to encourage children to explore their thoughts, feelings, and strengths in a safe and imaginative way.

Perfect for school counselors, classroom teachers, social workers, and therapists, these worksheets can be used in individual counseling, small groups, or whole-class SEL lessons.

With 13 unique drawing prompts, students will explore themes such as:

• Self-Awareness & Strengths
• Coping Skills & Emotional Regulation
• Perspective-Taking & Empathy
• Growth Mindset & Hopes Calm & Safety
• Kindness

Why You’ll Love This Resource:

• 13 printable SEL drawing worksheets (black-and-white for easy printing)
• Encourages emotional expression through creativity
• Builds resilience, gratitude, kindness, and self-esteem
• Flexible use: individual counseling, small groups, morning meetings, or art-based SEL lessons
• Suitable for elementary and middle school students
• Easy prep → just print and go!

These drawing prompts are not only engaging but also provide a powerful way for students to share feelings they might not yet have words for.