'Monique's dedication to supporting the emotional development of young minds is truly commendable. 'Arlo and the Orca' beautifully exemplifies her passion for nurturing emotional intelligence in children from a young age. The story skillfully guides children through the challenges they may face in life, illustrating that storms are inevitable, but they will pass, and the sun will shine again. By fostering hope in moments of sadness, anger, and grief, the book imparts a profound and lasting impact on the young readers.'
Tone Kolose - Principal
"I had no idea what to expect. I thought it was about a boys adventure and the love of orcas. Little did I know it was about emotions, hope, trust, love and loss. It is beautiful. Thank you for sharing this, it is a gift. Certainly a gift that is required in this world."
Miria. M
"This book is STUNNING. In a literal sense the pictures are beautiful and just in a breaks your heart but warms your heart at the same time sense. A picture book as much for adults as it is for kids. I adored this story, I love metaphors so I love the symbolism and illustrations in Arlo and the Orca. It touched on hard to talk about areas in a sensitive and important way I highly recommend this book for those big and small who have a hard time dealing with big feelings - grief related or otherwise. Or just read it for the beautiful pictures."
Hannah. L - Psychotherapist
"Arlo and the Orca really is a beautiful book. It is well written and even as an adult, I found it moving. Such a great tool for parents."
Amy. L
"Arlo and the Orca is now one of our favourite books to read in kindergarten. I would highly recommend that all Early Learning Centre's have this book as it is so hard to find a great book to read to tamariki who are dealing with grief or sadness in their lives."
Denise K - Head Teacher
"BRILLIANT!"
Maxine. A - Clinical Therapist
"I confidently say that the book is heartwarming and has beautiful drawings. It has a great moral that I tell everyone must learn. I highly recommend this book. It teaches us always to be brave. Never give up on yourself and always let the cat out of the bag. It's ok sometimes to let your emotions out. The storms always pass and the sun will always follow."
Rio, 10 years old from Point View School
"If you have a young one that you need to gently talk about grief with then, man you cannot go past this book. Written beautifully by an amazing wahine who lost her father to suicide. It is just beautiful and I cant wait for the kids to read it."
Ashleigh B
"Thank you so much for all you have done. Its a tremendous gift you have given our children!"
Michelle George - Teacher
Contact us
Email: monique@kowhaiheartbooks.co.nz
Auckland,
New Zealand