Children feel big emotions long before they have the words for them.
But mental and emotional well-being is rarely part of how young children learn, and the feelings they cannot name often go unnoticed.
Colors Of My Heart, founded by Anita Nwokoji, sees this differently. It introduces mental and emotional well-being to children aged 5 to 11 through creative, age-appropriate learning.
The program runs on a four-stage Learn, Express, Discover, Support model — music, rhythm, storytelling, color activities, creative play, and guided discussions — then children express their emotions through drawing, coloring, and reflection. Facilitators work with parents, teachers, and caregivers so children get the right guidance.
It is delivered through a practical toolkit: the Colors of My Heart Workbook, affirmation cards, crayons, stress balls, and facilitator resources. Colors Of My Heart is part of Self Discovery With Purple, the flagship initiative of Healing A Purple Heart Foundation.
We are proud to announce Colors Of My Heart as one of the winners of Solve for Change Season 1 Round 2! 🎉🏆
When children can name what they feel, they can begin to work with it. Congratulations, Anita! 💛