I'm Not Happy - A book about feeling sad - Author Sue Graves

A gentle and thoughtful picture book to help young children recognise and manage feelings of sadness—and learn how to comfort others.

Ben’s friends are having a tough day. Amir’s favourite toy truck is broken. Tim is upset because Mick took his football without asking. Molly’s lost her beloved dog. As Ben watches his friends struggle, he begins to understand how small acts of kindness can help others feel better—and that it's okay to feel sad sometimes.

With accessible language and relatable situations, I'm Not Happy opens the door to important conversations about emotions, empathy, and resilience.

Why we — and schools — recommend it:

• Promotes emotional intelligence by normalising sadness and encouraging empathy.
• Includes resources to support learning at home or in the classroom.
• Reinforces key aspects of the EYFS Personal, Social and Emotional Development framework.

Author: Sue Graves, Publisher: Hachette, Series: Our Emotions and Behaviour
Format: Picture Book, Pages: 32, Recommended Age: Under 5 (EYFS & KS1)