Colin Discovers Confidence (Tools of the Heart)

The story:

In the midst of a raging storm, an acorn is slung away from his home and into a new life. After enjoying the process of growing into a tree for a while, he comes to realize how unsettling the unknown can be. But with some wise help, he soon discovers his roots and the inner strength he possesses to stand any storm!

The theme: Grounding/Strengthening your self-confidence

Growing up often comes with its share of fears and hesitations. Growing solid roots helps to build and nurture a positive self-confidence.

Tools of the Heart is a concept of books and guided meditations intended for young children. Its main objective is to provide tools that will help them develop their inner foundations. Allow your children, on a daily basis, to build and maintain a strong and healthy self-esteem. With the long term hope of helping them go through life in a self-determining and authentic way.

Born in Belgium and residing permantly in Quebec since 2000, Michele Rappe is, among other things, a professional visual artist. But words have taken the creative lead for the past few years: novellas, stories for children, theater, poetry... It is her passion for writing and her sensitivity that come alive in her texts. She offers writing accompaniment as a public writer.

Patrick Arguin is an educator and proud co-creator of Tools of the Heart... Where he combines three passions; illustrating, communicating and helping little ones blossom into their own! Originally developed in French with the help of two heart-minded collaborators, later to be translated in English, Tools of the Heart aims to help young children learn self-care and develop or maintain a stronger sense of self through its books and guided meditations. Patrick resides in Victoriaville, Quebec, Canada, where he continues to develop Tools of the Heart and its different projects, which include teaching meditation to children and teenagers. He also works as a Reiki Master and counsellor.

Teacher, life coach, personal growth facilitator and Reiki Master, Helene Beaudette offers private counselling and workshops aimed at nurturing one's well-being. Reiki Master and member of the Reiki Alliance (international community of masters), she teaches and forms future masters. She's been offering her services since 1998, true to her unwavering humanism and compassion.