In My Heart : A Book of Feelings by Jo Witek

Short Summary

In My Heart: A Book of Feelings by Jo Witek is a beautifully written and illustrated board book that introduces children to the wide range of emotions they can experience. With rhymes, colourful artwork, and tactile pages, it helps kids understand, label, and talk about their feelings in a joyful and engaging way.

Age Group

Suitable for children aged 1 to 6 years.

Topics Discussed

Feelings | Prevent Sexual Abuse

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What this book is about

• In My Heart explores how feelings can change from moment to moment – from happy and giggly to sad, scared, or even angry.
• The book uses fun rhymes and bright illustrations to describe feelings in imaginative ways, like a heart bursting with giggles or feeling heavy with sadness.
• It shows that hearts can feel hurt by mean words, but also reminds children that sadness doesn’t last forever and feelings shift with time.
• The tactile cut-out heart on each page makes the book interactive and visually appealing, keeping younger children engaged.
• While a little wordier than some picture books, the flowing rhymes make it enjoyable to read aloud and easy for kids to follow.
• It is available as a larger picture book and also in smaller board book editions, making it practical for younger kids to handle.
• Books like this support emotional literacy – helping kids recognise and manage their feelings, which in turn builds resilience, empathy, and better communication skills.
• Parents may find it especially useful during times when their child is feeling energetic, angry, or overwhelmed. I used books like this with my own children when they were little, and they were a great tool for calming, connecting, and starting conversations about emotions.

I hope you find this book review helpful!

Happy talking!
❤️ Cath