Books Like Everyone Feels Sad Sometimes
Families who loved Everyone Feels Sad Sometimes by Marcie Aboff often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Everyone Feels Sad Sometimes by Marcie Aboff often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent would reach for this book when their child is experiencing a period of low mood, whether triggered by a specific event like a move or a general sense of loneliness. It serves as a gentle introductory guide that validates sadness as a universal human experience rather than a problem to be fixed immediately. Through relatable scenarios, the book helps children identify the physical and emotional sensations of being sad while offering a menu of healthy coping strategies. The text focuses on normalizing the 'blue' feelings that come with being left out, saying goodbye, or making mistakes. Written for the 4 to 8 year old range, it uses simple language and supportive illustrations to show that while sadness is heavy, it is also temporary. Parents will appreciate the way it bridges the gap between feeling an emotion and taking small, actionable steps toward resilience and hope.
