A Patchwork of Heart - Ellen Paton

A Patchwork of Heart

By: Ellen Paton, Shayna Olivier (Illustrator)

Hardcover | 5 April 2023

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Bear woke one day and opened his eyes, to a drizzle of rain and murky skies. His fur was wet, and his soles were worn. But worst of all... his patchwork heart was GONE...


Will bear find his colours again?


Created by a doctor, this book is designed to help children explore their emotions including sadness and ways to find happiness again. This is the third and final book in the series including 'The Day the Sky Went Away' and 'The Hope Seed' which have been widely recommended by paediatricians, parents, early educators, social workers, counsellors, teachers and librarians. Visit the website for matching art activities and lesson plans for schools.


Readers' Favourite 5-star review: Doreen Chombu

A Patchwork of Heart is a wonderful tale for both children and adults. We all have bad days filled with gloom and sadness. This story is here to remind us that there is light at the end of the tunnel. All we need is patience and hope. I recommend parents and guardians read this book with their children and teach them the importance of being hopeful.

Industry Reviews

Reviewed by Doreen Chombu for Readers' Favorite: 5 Stars


A Patchwork of Heart is an emotional children's picture book written by Dr. Ellen Paton with illustrations by Shayna Renee Olivier. In a land filled with adorable animals, each creature is given a heart, a patchwork of colorful art threaded onto their chests. One day, Bear wakes up and discovers the colors on his patchwork have been washed away by the rain. His heart is all grey, and he feels sad. He embarks on a journey to find new colors to add to his heart and find joy again. On his quest, he makes new friends and learns the power of being hopeful for a better day.


A Patchwork of Heart is a wonderful tale for both children and adults. We all have bad days filled with gloom and sadness. This story is here to remind us that there is light at the end of the tunnel. All we need is patience and hope. The book also has lessons on kindness, giving, having fun, and friendship. Dr. Ellen Paton presented these messages in a calm and friendly tone. She uses rhymes and soothing words to write the story and captivate readers. The story has a smooth flow from start to finish and is ideal for kids of all ages. The book also contains beautiful illustrations that perfectly correspond with the story. Shayna Renee Olivier did a great job of capturing the emotions of the characters and making you relate to them. I recommend parents and guardians read this book with their children and teach them the importance of being hopeful.


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