I Can Be Sad: A Scrapbook-Style Guide for Kids

This non-fiction children's book encourages kids (ages 4-9 or K-grade 4) to self-regulate when they are sad or have other big feelings. It outlines specific steps to process their emotions with accessible and positive tools. There is a calm and non-judgemental approach.

This book serves parents, caregivers, teachers, child psychologists, counselors, babysitters, school administration, and other school support staff to support their important work.

• Inclusive and Readable:

While rehearsing reading, this book is inclusive. Your child can imagine themself in the book. It has high readability because of the images, large font, and rhyme.

• Easy to Use and Long-Term Benefits

-Quick reference poster for the classroom or your child's wall, which summarizes major tools for big emotions.

-"Pause and Talk" moments let you personalize instructions for your child or students while gaining insight into their feelings.

-Remove the taboo of talking about feelings!

-Build a healthy relationship with emotions for your child in the future.

-Confidently leave this book with a trusted adult, as it includes answers.