I observed a lesson in which young children were shown, using illustrations, various feelings,to help them write a story. The 'feelings' pictures and words, such as 'happy' and 'sad,' were also used to help with writing about characters feelings. I immediately began to write a song about it, to help the children. It became one of their favorites, as it was both instructional and fun to sing. The song also helped with the children's self-esteem, as they learned that it was absolutely normal to ha