Educators use this song as a multi-sensory tool to support social-emotional learning (SEL).

: Most versions cover foundational feelings like happiness (mutluluk), sadness (üzüntü), anger (kızgınlık/öfke), fear (korku), and surprise (şaşkınlık). Advanced versions may include up to 12 emotions, such as shame (utanç), anxiety (kaygı), and jealousy (kıskançlık).

: By teaching children to label what they feel, the song promotes self-awareness and self-regulation.