Mountain Brook, AL – July 15, 2025 |  A newly released children’s book is inspiring families and educators to help young readers understand the power of kindness. Little Hands, Big Hearts: Making a Difference Together, written by Ashley Seligson, uses lyrical rhymes and engaging illustrations to show that even the smallest gestures can leave a lasting impact.

The book follows children from varied origins as they do small acts of service in their communities through a series of touching vignettes.  Little Hands, Big Hearts shows a vision of ordinary kindness that is both easy to understand and highly affecting. It includes things like giving toys, bringing baked goods, and arranging donation drives.

“Children are often underestimated in their ability to spark change,” Seligson said. “This book was written to remind them, and the adults in their lives, that small hands and big hearts can make an extraordinary difference.”

The book has already caught the attention of teachers, who see its potential as a classroom resource for introducing empathy and civic engagement. Parents, too, have responded with enthusiasm, reporting that the story has inspired family conversations and new volunteer traditions.

Little Hands, Big Hearts stands apart because it is linked to real-world service. All of the money made from book sales goes to Little Hands Serving Hearts, a nonprofit that Seligson started to give kids and families chances to volunteer. This promise connects the story's concepts to real-life actions, making the point that kindness is not just a value but also something you do.

“This isn’t just a bedtime story,” Seligson added. “It’s a tool to help children imagine how their everyday choices can brighten someone’s world.”

Little Hands, Big Hearts is now available in hardcover, paperback, and digital editions from major retailers, including Amazon.

For families and educators seeking a meaningful way to inspire compassion, the book offers more than a narrative; it’s an invitation to begin making a difference today.

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Author: Ashley Seligson
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