THUMP-THUMP! THUMP-THUMP! There it is again!
Hazel feels a “THUMP-THUMP” in her chest every time she starts to think about being away from her mom and starting preschool. Can she calm her scared feelings? Will she have fun at school?
Quieting Hazel’s Heart, by Kirsten Henry, is a picture book about children learning to separate from their parents. Hazel experiences what many children do when they leave their parents for the first time, fear and nervous feelings. With the help of her teacher and a little creativity, Hazel slows her pounding heart and adjusts to going to school on her own.
This uplifting and sweet story is a great read for children ages 3-6 who are working through separation anxiety and starting something new.
Sneak peeks!
Hazel
Mrs. Pearl
Mrs. Pearl
Mrs. Pearl
Mrs. Pearl
Mrs. Pearl
Awards and News
MOM'S CHOICE GOLD AWARD
Quieting Hazel's Heart received a Mom's Choice Gold Award!
readers' favorite Review
Quieting Hazel's Heart received a 5 star review rating from Readers' Favorite!
Kare 11 news (8/12/2024)
Book release announcement on Kare11's "Your Good News" segment on August 12, 2024.
reading with your kids podcast (9/1/2024)
Podcast interview with Jed Doherty (Jedlie).
Eagan sun this Week Newspaper (9/5/2024)
Feature about my debut book in news publication.
"Kirsten Henry did a fantastic job engaging students and encouraging participation at their level."
-Kristen, Kindergarten Teacher
"Kirsten shows a passion for her book and children that it comes across in her presentation! I highly recommend having Kirsten for a classroom visit!"
-Tracy, Kindergarten Teacher
Upcoming Visits and Events
Monday, October 14, 2024
Red Pine Elementary (K), Eagan, MN
Saturday, November 9, 2024
Barnes & Noble Book Fair supporting The Free Book Buggie
Maple Grove, MN
Thursday, November 14, 2024
Children's Discovery Academy, Vadnais Hts, MN
Saturday, November 16, 2024
Children's Author & Illustrator Event, Midtown Global Market, Mpls, MN
Monday, November 25, 2024
District 196 Early Childhood, Apple Valley, MN
tuesday, November 26, 2024
Southview Elementary (Pre K and K), Apple Valley, MN
About Kirsten L Henry
Kirsten Henry has been an early childhood educator for nearly 20 years. Over the course of her career, she felt a desire to tell her own children's stories. Her inspiration comes from children and teachers over the years, as well as from her own children, Ryan and Sarah. It is her hope that her books delight and teach children important skills. Kirsten lives in Eagan, Minnesota with her dog, Lena.