In My Heart

In My Heart is a beautifully written and illustrated book that explores the full spectrum of emotions with lyrical prose and vibrant visuals. Through die-cut heart-shaped pages, each spread introduces a new feeling-mad, brave, happy, shy-describing how it physically feels inside the heart. This creative approach helps young readers identify, express, and normalise their emotions, fostering self-awareness and emotional literacy. With colourful layered hearts and an empowering narrative, this book becomes both a visual and emotional journey, helping children better understand themselves and others.

Educational Benefits:

• Enhances emotional vocabulary and self-expression.
• Promotes empathy and social understanding.
• Supports early SEL (social-emotional learning) goals.
• Encourages reflection on feelings through metaphor.

Classroom Ideas:

• Have students create their own layered heart art with feelings.
• Use the book to introduce emotion-focused circle time.
• Write about a time they felt one of the book's emotions.
• Pair with puppets to act out different emotional scenarios.

Safety & Information:

• Ages: Suitable for children 3+ years
• Measurements: 27.18 x 26.16 x 1.52 cm
• Format: Hardback with die-cut pages
• Pages: Approx. 32
• Safety: Smooth die-cut design; child-friendly board construction