Sad Ninja

Sad Ninja introduces children to the emotion of sadness through a kind and gentle main character who learns that it’s okay to feel sad and to express those feelings. The story uses clear, relatable moments to help young readers recognize sadness, understand where it comes from, and discover simple strategies for working through it. Rather than trying to ‘fix’ the feeling, the book models how to sit with sadness, use calming techniques, and express emotions safely, offering a steady introduction to emotional regulation.

• Family Use:
Helps families support children experiencing sadness from disappointment, change, or everyday emotional challenges. The book provides simple language for naming feelings and models ways to talk openly about sadness without minimizing or dismissing it.

• Therapy / Counseling:
Useful for teaching emotional labeling, grounding, and early coping strategies. The predictable structure and repetition make it effective for practicing self-regulation techniques such as breathing, pausing, or expressing emotions safely during sessions.

• Classrooms & Group SEL Settings:
Supports lessons on recognizing emotions, understanding that sadness is normal, and learning coping tools children can use in real situations. Works well for SEL curriculum, morning meetings, or small-group emotional literacy work.

• Community Programs / Libraries:
A strong choice for story times or community groups focused on emotional expression. The familiar Ninja Life Hacks style helps children engage while practicing empathy and identifying healthy ways to handle big feelings.