Let's Talk about Feeling Sad

This is a good book. My son is 6y.o., & if your child has experienced death or any kind of sadness (missing grandparents, friends, etc.), then this book is a great way to reiterate some of the lessons you've probably already taught your child.

Our son's school lent this book to us after our dog was killed. This book, in addition to "Dog Heaven" helped us to discuss sadness with our son. I would agree that this is not the most engaging book. I changed the name of the girl and our son identified the rabbit in the illustration as a dog (our dog had the same color combination.) I think for a subject like sadness kids really respond to something simple, and even a little "preachy". This may not be a very entertaining book for adults, but our boy asked for it every night for the first two weeks after our dog was killed.

This books teaches about the many reasons why kids sometimes feel sad, such as leaving some place where they are having fun, or mourning a pet's death. Then it shows some ways to feel better, such talking with others or getting involved in another activity. The book emphasizes that it is okay to be sad, but there are ways of feeling better when we are ready.