{"product_id":"words-from-the-heart-paperback-2","title":"Words From the Heart - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMarina Swan\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eMarina Swan\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWords From the Heart\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eMarina Swan\u003c\/strong\u003e is a gentle, emotionally rich children's picture book in \u003cem\u003eThe Adventures of Ellie and Ollie\u003c\/em\u003e series, designed to support social and emotional learning, emotional literacy, and positive communication skills in young children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEllie the ginger kitten and Ollie the middle-aged golden retriever are best friends. They spend their days playing in the garden, sharing quiet moments, and enjoying the comfort of each other's company. But one morning, something feels different.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEllie begins using unkind words toward Ollie - telling him he runs too fast, that he makes funny noises, and that he always goes off without her. Although her words sound harsh, Ollie senses there is something more beneath them. Instead of reacting with anger, he responds with patience and kindness, gently helping Ellie uncover what she is truly feeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs the story unfolds, children discover that Ellie's unkind words are not meant to hurt - they are the result of feelings she doesn't yet know how to express. She missed Ollie while he was gone and didn't have the words to say it. With Ollie's guidance, Ellie learns how to express her emotions honestly and kindly, discovering that when her words match what's in her heart, everything feels better.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt its core, \u003cem\u003eWords From the Heart\u003c\/em\u003e explores an important message for young children: \u003cstrong\u003eunkind behaviour is often a sign of unmet emotional needs, not bad character\u003c\/strong\u003e. By showing this through relatable animal characters, the story creates a safe and non-judgemental space for children to recognise their own feelings and behaviours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book supports key areas of early childhood development, including: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSocial and emotional learning (SEL)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmotional literacy and vocabulary development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmpathy and understanding others' feelings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePositive communication and gentle conflict resolution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReassurance around separation and connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA key message woven throughout the story is: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\"Kindness can be your superpower when you use words that match what's in your heart.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the story, \u003cem\u003eWords From the Heart\u003c\/em\u003e includes \u003cstrong\u003ecolouring-in pages and discussion questions\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a valuable resource for parents, caregivers, and educators. These features help extend learning beyond the story, supporting comprehension, oral language development, and meaningful conversations with young children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTold through warm, relatable moments and brought to life with real pet photography, this book is ideal for reading aloud at home, in early learning environments, or as part of classroom discussions about feelings and friendship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten by \u003cstrong\u003eMarina Swan\u003c\/strong\u003e, an author passionate about creating emotionally supportive children's books, \u003cem\u003eWords From the Heart\u003c\/em\u003e is a comforting and timeless addition to \u003cem\u003eThe Adventures of Ellie and Ollie\u003c\/em\u003e series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for children aged 3-8, this story reassures young readers that even when we are not side by side, we can always be together in each other's hearts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.11 x 11 x 8.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 22, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53377334018355,"sku":"9781923750340","price":28.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/4jAwO9MlvS9781923750340.webp?v=1779321024","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/en-ca\/products\/words-from-the-heart-paperback-2","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}