Book Review
A short overview of this book
Michael Rosen’s Sad Book by Michael Rosen is a book about sadness. It explains that sadness can happen to everyone, and that people can feel sad for no reason at all. It discusses how sadness can feel, and some of the things you can do to cope with it.
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Ideal Age
Ideal for children aged 6 to 10 years.
Buy this book
✅ Buy a copy of Michael Rosen’s Sad Book by Michael Rosen from Amazon.
Video Transcription
A transcription in case you are more of a reader than a listener
Hey there! I’m Cath Hak, and welcome to Sex Ed Rescue. On my website, I help parents find a better and easier way to talk to their kids about sex. Today, I want to chat with you about Michael Rosen’s Sad Book because discussing feelings is a crucial part of sex education. You see, the conversations we have with our kids about their emotions help them understand themselves better, which is important for relationships, love, and yes, even sex. So let’s dive into this book because it’s a gem when it comes to exploring sadness.
In this book, Michael Rosen opens up about his own experiences with sadness. He shares some valuable lessons too, like how sometimes when we’re feeling down, we might do things we’re not proud of, like kicking the cat. But here’s the thing: it doesn’t make us bad people. It just means we’re human and we make mistakes. It’s crucial for children to grasp this concept early on, that it’s okay to feel these emotions and that it doesn’t define who they are as individuals. Hope that makes sense!
Now, let’s talk about why Michael Rosen wrote this book. He wrote it after his son Eddie passed away, and he went through a period of depression and grief. This book is his way of helping children understand those complex feelings. It can also be a helpful resource if a child has experienced loss or is dealing with grief. Michael Rosen’s books are always a delight, beautifully illustrated and with heartwarming stories. This one specifically delves into what makes him angry, what makes him sad, and how he copes with those emotions. Towards the end, he even shares the things that help him feel better and how he handles grief.
There are plenty of books out there that can assist in discussing feelings with your children. When my kids were younger, we used to visit the public library together. They would pick out a couple of books, and I would do the same. There’s such a wide variety of books on feelings, so grabbing a different one each time you visit the library is an easy way to keep the conversation flowing.
I hope you found this little chat helpful. Remember, talking about emotions is a vital part of sex education, and books like Michael Rosen’s Sad Book can be a fantastic tool to facilitate those conversations. So go ahead, explore the world of feelings with your kids and keep those lines of communication open. You’re doing a great job!
