{"product_id":"the-sad-book-hardcover","title":"The Sad Book - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eHoward Pearlstein\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eJames Munro\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\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\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHoward Pearlstein \u003c\/b\u003eis the author of nine picture books that have been translated into five languages. His most recent picture books include \u003ci\u003eThis Book Is Not For You \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eThe Bad Book for Good Kids\u003c\/i\u003e. Perlstein lives with his family in Birmingham, Alabama. \u003cb\u003eJames Munro\u003c\/b\u003e has been drawing since he could grasp a pencil. Since then, everything in his path has fallen prey to his doodles, from books and magazines to films and animation. He lives and works in a pile of pencil shavings and spilled ink in Liverpool, England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.38 x 9.32 x 9.12 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 03, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67972606558515,"sku":"9781636552088","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/1JnGoUzqgA9781636552088.webp?v=1794430463","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/products\/the-sad-book-hardcover","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}