Little Detectives Big Feelings

Little Detectives: Big Feelings is a play-based social-emotional learning program for children ages 3–5.

Through play, children build emotional awareness, learn to communicate how they, and practice safe ways to express big emotions.

Why This Program Matters

Young children experience emotions in their bodies before they have the words to explain them. Without support, these big feelings may show up as meltdowns, withdrawal, or challenging behaviors.

Little Detectives Big Feelings helps children build emotional awareness early by teaching simple, developmentally appropriate tools they can use at home, in school, and in everyday life.

How the Program Works

Our program is delivered in small-group sessions designed specifically for young children.

Program Format

Small-group setting
Age-appropriate activities
Supports children and their parents or caregivers
Supported by a multidisciplinary team experienced in early childhood SEL

What This Program Is & Is Not

Little Detectives Big Feelings is a social-emotional learning (SEL) program, not therapy. It focuses on helping young children understand emotions, build coping skills, and practice communication through play-based activities.

The program does not provide diagnosis, treatment, or individual therapy services.

Program Policies & Expectations

Our program is designed to provide a safe, supportive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for all children.

In rare situations where a child’s behavior significantly disrupts the group experience or raises safety concerns, staff may pause participation for that session and request early pick-up. These decisions are made thoughtfully and with the child’s well-being in mind, and staff will communicate next steps with caregivers as needed.