Sometimes I Feel Sad Children's Book

“Sometimes I Feel Sad” is an essential addition to the Resilience Range, a carefully developed series of books designed to support children in understanding and navigating their emotions. This engaging and accessible story invites young readers to explore what sadness feels like, what might cause it, and how to manage it in healthy, constructive ways. Whether it's saying goodbye to a loved one, feeling left out, or just having a tough day, the book offers reassurance that sadness is a normal part of life and something everyone experiences. Using relatable scenarios and gentle language, it helps children build the emotional vocabulary they need to express themselves clearly and confidently. Importantly, “Sometimes I Feel Sad” also provides practical coping strategies such as talking to someone, using calming activities, or simply acknowledging the emotion. The expressive illustrations enhance the story’s impact, encouraging empathy and emotional connection. Ideal for use in early learning environments, this book promotes emotional literacy, helping children to identify their feelings and understand those of others. Teachers and parents can use it as a tool to create open, supportive conversations about mental health, making it an invaluable part of any social-emotional learning program.

Educational Benefits:

• Encourages emotional recognition and expression, particularly around feelings of sadness.
• Builds empathy by helping children understand how sadness can affect themselves and others.
• Introduces coping tools such as seeking support, quiet reflection, or creative expression.
• Promotes emotional resilience and confidence in handling challenging feelings.

Classroom Ideas:

• Read the book aloud during group discussions and encourage students to share their own experiences with sadness in a safe space.
• Integrate a classroom “emotion board” where students can check in daily and note how they are feeling.
• Use role-playing to help children practise responding to sadness in themselves and others with kindness and understanding.
• Incorporate an art activity where students draw or paint something that makes them feel better when they’re sad.