Kenji and the Shattered Heart

When Kenji loses his dad, his heart feels heavy, and soon he realizes it is shattered. Kenji must set out to find the missing pieces of his heart. Along the way, Kenji discovers that each act of care, dancing, swimming, hiking, and helping others, helps him find pieces of his heart and also helps him feel a little lighter. By the time his heart is whole again, Kenji realizes that even though it is in one piece again, healing it will take time.

Kenji’s Heart is a gentle story about caring for yourself after loss. Through Kenji’s journey, this story reminds children that self-care: moving your body, being creative, connecting with others, and resting, can help mend a broken heart.

Themes: Grief • Healing • Love • Hope • Family