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In My Heart by Jo Witek

In My Heart

A Book of Feelings

Jo Witek

Abrams Appleseed · Print & ebook · October 14, 2014

Celebrate feelings in all their shapes and sizes with In My Heart: A Book of Feelings, a New York Times bestselling full-color, interactive picture book from author Jo Witek and illustrator Christine Roussey “A must-have for any storytime.” ―Kirkus Reviews With charming text, whimsical illustrations, and an irresistible die-cut heart that extends through each spread, this gorgeously packaged and unique feelings book is a storytime and bedtime favorite.

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Who it’s for
A playful picture book gives big, varied emotions clear words and vivid physical comparisons.
Themes
Emotional awareness, Naming and expressing feelings
Genres
Emotions, Children's Mental Health

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About this book

Celebrate feelings in all their shapes and sizes with In My Heart: A Book of Feelings, a New York Times bestselling full-color, interactive picture book from author Jo Witek and illustrator Christine Roussey “A must-have for any storytime.” ―Kirkus Reviews With charming text, whimsical illustrations, and an irresistible die-cut heart that extends through each spread, this gorgeously packaged and unique feelings book is a storytime and bedtime favorite.

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It will not only help your little one understand their feelings, but you'll also hear, “Read it again!" Happiness, sadness, bravery, anger, shyness . . . our hearts can feel so many feelings! Some make us feel as light as a balloon, others as heavy as an elephant. In My Heart explores a full range of emotions, describing how they feel physically, inside, with language that is lyrical but also direct to empower readers to practice articulating and identifying their own emotions. This beautiful edition is the perfect gift for Valentine's Day or any day you want to share your love. ​“Childlike drawings evoke each feeling with a playful style.” ―Publishers Weekly “Evocative imagery, popping with bright colors.” —School Library Journal The Growing Hearts series celebrates the milestones of a toddler’s emotional development, from conquering fears and expressing feelings to welcoming a new sibling. Here are some more books in the series to enjoy: - Hello in There!: A Big Sister’s Book of Waiting - In My Heart: A Book of Feelings - Brave As Can Be: A Book of Courage - All My Treasures: A Book of Joy - In My Room: A Book of Creativity and Imagination - With My Daddy: A Book of Love and Family - My Little Gifts: A Book of Sharing - My Tree and Me: A Book of Seasons

Feelings Take Shape

A playful picture book gives big, varied emotions clear words and vivid physical comparisons.

Come here for

  • Language for naming feelings, from happiness and bravery to anger and shyness
  • Whimsical illustrations and a heart-shaped die cut across each spread

Expect

  • Lyrical but direct descriptions of how emotions feel inside
  • A read-aloud suited to storytime or bedtime

Where it sits

Children's Mental Health70%
Emotions65%

Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.

Publisher categories

  • The Body
  • Valentine's Day
  • Big Feelings
  • Self-Esteem & Resilience
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  • Values & Virtues
Authors
Jo Witek
Publisher
Abrams Appleseed
Published
October 14, 2014
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Emotional awareness · Naming and expressing feelings
Reading lane
The Body