
heart people by
emily start acheson
Heart People is a gentle, imaginative concept book for children about what it truly means to connect. With lyrical storytelling and warm imagery, it invites young readers to reflect on connection rooted in compassion, purpose, and heart. Encouraging children to lift each other up, spread kindness, celebrate, and listen, Heart People ends with a simple message: be one.



“Heart People is a wonderful addition to any classroom! The age-appropriate language, colorful illustrations, and positive themes help support early literacy and social-emotional learning. This book is great for sparking meaningful conversations among young heart
people. It is truly full of heart!”
—Carly Brown, M.Ed., kindergarten teacher, Excelsior, MN

About Emily
Emily Start Acheson is an artist, writer, educator, and mother of three. She holds a BA in education from Northern Michigan University and a master’s degree in education from the University of Minnesota. Emily has spent much of her life working with young children. When she is not in her studio, she enjoys adventures in the outdoors and time with family and friends. Heart People is her first book, demonstrating through humor the simplicity and truth of living life from the heart.

























