{"title":"Books Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoin the fun and Experience growing your own Heart of Gold!  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShare treasured moments with your kiddos or students as you unfold A Heart of Gold the Greatest Gift and abundant treasures!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"interactive-childrens-book-a-heart-of-gold-the-greatest-gift","title":"A Heart of Gold: The Greatest Gift","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Heart of Gold: The Greatest Gift\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGet ready to party with a purpose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen five animal friends are on their way to Sam's birthday celebration, each one faces a challenge along the way, and in overcoming it, discovers the perfect gift to give. What they bring to the party can't be bought or wrapped. It can only come from the heart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Heart of Gold: The Greatest Gift\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an award-winning \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003einteractive hardcover children's book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that brings five core leadership values to life through a joyful, warmhearted story: Unconditional Love, Tenacity, Positivity, Loyalty, and a Sense of Humor. Featuring breathtaking watercolor illustrations and a gold foil embossed cover, this is a book that looks as special as it feels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore than a story, it’s an experience.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSix built-in activity pages invite young readers to move from the page into their own lives, reflecting on what each leadership value means to them personally and discovering what makes their own heart of gold unique. It's the kind of book that becomes a treasure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelect 2 copies and save $5 — perfect for siblings, friends, or gifting one and keeping one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvery copy includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6 interactive activity pages\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — one per leadership value, plus a grand finale page\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA full-sized fold-out watercolor poster\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — perforated to display on a wall or keep as a keepsake inside the book\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Heart of Gold Bookmark Award\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — to personalize with the child's name and date, earned by completing the activities\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA meaningful gift for any child ages 4–11, and a natural fit for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBirthday gifts and holiday giving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFamily read-togethers that spark real conversations about kindness, empathy, and friendship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eClassroom read-alouds and character education programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSEL curriculum supplements for parents and teachers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSchool counselors, social workers, and teacher appreciation gifts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eChurch groups, VBS programs, and youth organizations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat parents and educators are saying:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"We bought this book for our 125 children because it will help teachers introduce and discuss the values that the characters display.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Lucy Pelletier, Executive Director, Falls Church-McLean Children's Center, VA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"I love that this book teaches positive character traits in a child-friendly manner, helping kids understand how their decisions and actions affect others in ways that at a young age they may not be aware of yet. After each story the character trait is explained clearly with an accompanying activity to engage children in thinking about examples in their own life!\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Haley Nace, OT and Mom of 2 (ages 5 \u0026amp; 6)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Some children can read a story and be content, while others need to express their thoughts on paper. These interactive features meet them where they are.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Jane Gut, 1st Grade Teacher\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"height: 1px !important; margin: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Heart of Gold: The Greatest Gift\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was co-authored by mother and daughter Sharon and Heather, and illustrated by Lucas Nickerson. A portion of proceeds from every purchase is donated to nonprofits dedicated to children's empowerment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLead with heart. 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This book gently reminds us that there is so much more to life than material things. The gifts in the book are just the beginning of developing a young heart to seek the precious gifts that make life so wonderful.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Jane Gut, 1st Grade Teacher\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"I totally appreciate the creativity and love that went into this book. I especially enjoyed Tommy's gift of tenacity — I was wondering how tenacity would be taught and his story did not disappoint! Overall, I loved how the gifts all focus on improving relationships with others.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Angie Park, Mom of 3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"height: 1px !important; margin: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Heart of Gold: The Greatest Gift\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was co-authored by mother and daughter Sharon and Heather, and illustrated by Lucas Nickerson. 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Everything in this set is cohesive, beautifully packaged, and arrives ready to give.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 autographed hardcover copy of \u003cem\u003eA Heart of Gold: The Greatest Gift\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, personally signed by both authors, with breathtaking watercolor illustrations, six built-in activity pages, a fold-out poster, and a bookmark award\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 Heart of Gold Medallion Award\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a gold medal engraved with \"Heart of Gold,\" and strung on a green ribbon, presented in a gift box. 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