Play the game
Open the beta and start a mission.
Open EmotionQuesthttps://empathy-learning.base44.app
How to play
- Choose a level (by age band).
- Choose a skill focus (Name It, Calm Tools, Bounce Back, Empathy, Fix & Connect).
- Pick a scenario (or "Surprise Me").
- Follow the steps in the mission.
- Stop after one mission or keep going.
Why it helps
Practice beats lectures
Kids learn feelings skills the same way they learn anything else: through short, repeatable practice. EmotionQuest gives them low-stakes reps in everyday scenarios—before the high-stakes moment happens. Each mission is a chance to rehearse what to say, what to notice, and what to do when emotions show up.
More precise feeling words = more control
When kids can name a feeling with specificity—"frustrated" instead of just "mad," or "disappointed" instead of "sad"—they gain clarity and choice. A richer emotional vocabulary reduces confusion, helps them communicate needs more clearly, and gives adults better insight into how to support them.
Calm tools create a pause
Building a personal toolkit of calm-down strategies before a meltdown happens makes regulation more accessible in the moment. EmotionQuest helps kids explore what works for their body—whether that's deep breaths, squeezing a pillow, counting, or moving—so they have options ready when big feelings arrive.
Repair and empathy are learnable
Kids aren't born knowing how to apologize, check in on a friend, or bounce back after conflict. These are skills that need modeling, scripts, and reflection. EmotionQuest walks kids through the language and steps of repair, helping them practice before they need it in real life.
Parent Coach mode helps adults respond in the moment
EmotionQuest includes a Parent Coach mode with adult-facing scripts and co-regulation strategies. It helps parents and caregivers know what to say, how to pause, and how to support their child's feelings without fixing, dismissing, or escalating. Co-regulation is the foundation of self-regulation.
Who this is for
Families
- Home check-ins and transitions
- After-school practice
- Bedtime wind-down routines
- Parent Coach support in hard moments
Educators
- SEL warm-up activities
- Calm corner tools
- Small group practice
- Morning meeting scenarios
Frequently asked questions
Is it free?
Yes. EmotionQuest is currently in free beta. It's available to play in your browser at no cost.
Does it require "right answers"?
No. EmotionQuest is designed for practice and reflection, not testing. There are no scores, no wrong choices, and no pressure to perform. Kids explore scenarios, try different responses, and build skills through repetition—not through getting things "correct."
Do kids need to type?
No. The game is designed for young children and uses buttons, taps, and simple selections. Reading is helpful for older kids, but younger children can play with adult support reading the prompts aloud.
Is it therapy?
No. EmotionQuest is an educational tool designed to support social-emotional learning through play. It is not therapy, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have concerns about your child's wellbeing, please consult a qualified professional.
Where does progress save?
EmotionQuest is designed to save progress locally in your browser when available. This means your child's choices and mission history are stored on your device, not on external servers. Progress may not carry over between devices or browsers.
Empathy Kids is an educational tool designed to support social-emotional learning through play. It is not therapy, diagnosis, or medical advice. If you have concerns about your child's wellbeing, please consult a qualified professional.