{"product_id":"the-sad-book-9781636552088","title":"The Sad Book","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Sad Book \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003eis a funny and heartfelt picture book that gives sadness a voice--and helps children see that sad feelings don't last forever.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEveryone feels sad sometimes--even this book! \u003ci\u003eThe Sad Book \u003c\/i\u003espeaks directly to the reader, at first moody and uncooperative, then slowly opening up about its feelings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith humor, honesty, and gentle vulnerability, the book itself becomes the main character, guiding children to recognize sadness, breathe through it, and discover small ways to feel better--like sharing, drawing, or helping a friend.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHoward Pearlstein's witty, compassionate text, paired with James Munro's bold, expressive illustrations, makes for an interactive and reassuring reading experience. By giving sadness a voice, \u003ci\u003eThe Sad Book\u003c\/i\u003e helps children understand that sad feelings are natural, don't last forever, and can even lead to moments of connection and care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for reading aloud at home, in classrooms, or in counseling sessions, this is an engaging companion to \u003ci\u003eThe Shy Book\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Worried Book\u003c\/i\u003e in the acclaimed Emotions\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003ebook series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Howard Pearlstein\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Red Comet Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/03\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeries:\u003c\/b\u003e Emotions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 36\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.81lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.32h x 9.12w x 0.38d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781636552088","brand":"Red Comet Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48794027589769,"sku":"9781636552088","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/9240\/6921\/files\/img_78981eea-1f70-4b93-b636-c69bcd07ae1c.jpg?v=1793144495","url":"https:\/\/sonsanddaughtersbooks.com\/products\/the-sad-book-9781636552088","provider":"Sons and Daughters Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}