A Flower Garden in the Heart
When people throw trash in an empty lot, a sanitation worker turns it into a garden. Will people still throw trash in a flower garden?
Character, Social Skills & Leadership
Seeds of the Heart
An emotional-growth picture-book series that comforts children and gradually nurtures self-esteem, empathy, care for others, responsibility, and leadership. Follow-up activities and caregiver messages help children express emotions naturally.
Ages 3-7
50 books
5 sample previews
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Book List
Review the books in this series and open available sample previews.
I Am Special
The thumb dislikes looking different from the other four fingers. How will the thumb realize that it is valuable just as it is?
It's Okay to Be Different
A foal born without spots offers children a message about appearance and individuality: it is okay to be different.
That Is Who You Are
Hutu wants to become a splendid peacock and imitates one with peacock feathers. One day, Hutu realizes that being true to oneself is the most wonderful thing.
It's Okay to Run Slowly
Through a retired racehorse, this story shares a message of self-acceptance: it is okay not to come first, and it is okay to run slowly.
It's Okay If You Can't Dance
Lala wants to dance well but keeps making mistakes. A reassuring story for children who need to hear that it is okay not to dance perfectly.
It's Okay to Say No
Yan cannot refuse requests from the villagers. The story gives children a clear, gentle message that it is okay to say no.
The Shy Tomato
Do you ever find it hard to express your feelings? Bona's story helps children think about naming emotions and finding the courage to speak up.
I Need Someone to Cry with Me
Jieun keeps crying even when Mom and Dad try to comfort her. A story about understanding another person’s feelings and responding with empathy.
The Weather in My Heart
Happy days, sad days, angry days: feelings can change like unpredictable weather. This story reminds children that every feeling can be understood and embraced.
Goodbye, Cowardly Monster!
A cowardly monster follows Sunho and frightens him whenever he tries to speak in front of others or ride a bike. The story helps children face fear and build confidence.
It's Okay to Feel Lonely
A lonely whale eats the stars in the sky. A gentle emotional story that tells children it is okay to feel lonely.
When I Miss Dad
A child sets off with a robot to meet Dad, transforming into a motorcycle and an airplane along the way. Will the child reach Dad safely?
I Want to Play Too
Shy Bakira is often alone, but one day gathers the courage to follow friends to a forest party. This story supports children who want to join others but feel hesitant.
One Lie
Have you ever felt uneasy after telling a lie? Meet Anna, who cannot freely play the piano she loves because of one lie.
Well Done, Rookie!
Rookie wants to enter a banana-picking contest and visits Grandpa Roro to learn how to pick bananas well. Will Rookie be able to come first?
I Have a Home of My Own
Jjingo lives with Mom in a conch shell and is teased by friends for being timid. How can Jjingo learn to be brave and live independently?
Younger Sibling First, Older Sibling First
Dowan has always been the one his older brother gives way to, but now he must give way to a younger cousin. Can Dowan manage his frustration and get along?
I Want to Stop Now
A goat and a rabbit decide to farm. The goat works hard, while the rabbit only plays. What will each field look like when autumn comes?
After Playing Too Much
Three crocodile siblings put off their chores and secretly go to the forest to play. What happens when they do not know how to practice self-control?
Beaver, When Will You Build Your Home?
When a typhoon is on the way, the animals hurry to repair their homes. But Beaver finds it too bothersome to fix the hole in his house. What will happen to him?
I Have My Mom!
Sujin has a treasured doll, yet she decides to give it to Gangi. Why would she do that?
What's the Big Deal?
Mingi secretly takes his older brother's kangaroo rat to show it off to his friends. But what happens the moment he opens the collecting case?
A Dream in Pink Ballet Shoes
Yubin practices ballet with great dedication, but Sohyeon is chosen for the lead role in the performance. What should Yubin do?
I Did Whatever I Wanted!
When Mom is away, Najoya makes trouble, messes up the house, and plays in the mud. Was Najoya's day really fun?
The Rainbow Umbrella
Mina finds Hyeju's umbrella at the playground but takes it home instead of returning it. Will Mina be able to give the umbrella back?
When Everyone Works Together
The chameleons are worried about a frightening snake and decide to work together to drive it away. How will they do it?
What Is Bigger Than a Button?
The tteokbokki shop owner gives Semi too much change. Semi hesitates over whether to tell the truth. What will Semi do?
Feel-Good Magic
Chani, who has not been polite to adults or friends, goes to a manners camp. Can Chani learn the feel-good magic of good manners?
We Are Partners
Arguments can happen easily, but reconciliation is not always easy. Through Seongu and Gyujin's fight during a game, children learn what it means to make peace.
I'm Sorry, I'm Sorry
Woosung is late for his promise with Inseop because he keeps playing a game. The story helps children think about the meaning and importance of keeping promises.
Who Helped the Mouse Family?
The mouse family's home collapses in the rain. Someone helps them just in time. Who saved the mouse family?
My Dad
Dad is like a comedian who makes me laugh and a guardian angel who protects me. What can I do for the dad who loves me?
Mr. Bear the Mail Carrier
Mr. Bear the mail carrier runs anywhere to deliver letters. Through his hard work, children learn the meaning of responsibility.
The Queen's Shoes
The queen of Bug Land thinks only about beautiful shoes and angrily demands even finer ones. If she makes the shoes herself, will her greed disappear?
The Bearded Man and the Geese
An apple tree becomes diseased, but the villagers do not listen to the bearded man's advice. Will they be able to harvest fine apples?
Ole-Ole Restaurant
Kind Lily comes to work at an unfriendly pig's restaurant. Can the pig learn to make customers happy, just like Lily?
Thank You, Wagtail
A rhinoceros with an itchy body receives help from a wagtail but does not say thank you. What will the angry wagtail do?
Follow Pinpin!
The ice breaks apart, and the penguins are separated. Then Pinpin has a good idea. Will the penguins follow Pinpin's lead?
Kkomi's Brilliant Idea
The ants tremble in fear of the anteater, but Kkomi has a good idea. What is Kkomi's brilliant plan?
Dad! I Can Hear You
Sodong does not listen to friends until the end and makes many mistakes. How will Sodong become a champion listener?
Colorful Paint-Splattered Pants
Rabbit likes trying new things more than doing the same as everyone else, but friends think Rabbit is strange. Will they discover how fun new ideas can be?
I Want to Be a Magician
Eunbyeol dreams of becoming a magician and practices again and again with a magic book. Will Eunbyeol's effort earn applause from friends?
What Will My Rice Cake Taste Like?
Tteokbo cannot understand Grandma, who still makes rice cakes by hand while other mills use machines. Why does she still work this way?
I Can Do It!
Changgu does not feel confident about paper folding until a paper dinosaur teaches him a magic spell. The story helps children think about confidence, effort, and trying again.
Saesaebi Becomes the King
Recognizing someone's strengths is important. How will the woman who notices Saesaebi's talent drive out the lazy king and make Saesaebi the new king?
The Flower Seeds That Changed a Village
Sowon's neighborhood is in an uproar over parking spaces. Can the neighbors bring their different opinions together and tear down the wall?
The Chair in the Heart
The opera house director never talks with anyone for more than five minutes. How does Charles open the director's heart?
The Raccoon Family's Spring
The raccoon family and the wild boar family each have something the other village needs, but they keep fighting. How can they both get what they need?
Who Should Do It?
A wonderful rescue team is formed in the forest. But who should become its leader? Follow the story of the animals' rescue team.