Don't Be Sad, Mister C

By Steve Cipriano

When MisterC feels sad, his friends and the holidays come to the rescue.

Don't Be Sad, Mister C. is a sweet, comforting picture book that helps young children understand emotions through simple moments of joy, kindness, and connection.

Through tiny acts of care, MisterC learns that feelings can change and that it is okay to need a little help.

Told in gentle, one-sentence pages with adorable artwork, this book guides young readers through:

✅ Emotions and Feelings

Children learn how sadness feels, what comfort looks like, and how support can make a big difference.

✅ Holidays and Celebrations

Fall, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year moments appear playfully and softly, helping kids enjoy seasonal magic without overwhelm.

✅ Early Learning Concepts

Little readers practice empathy, kindness, emotional vocabulary, and recognizing everyday things that bring comfort.

Created by award-winning teacher and storyteller Steve Cipriano, M.Ed., this book is perfect for:

- Preschool to first grade

- SEL lessons

- Morning meetings

- Counseling sessions

- Holiday read-alouds

- Classroom libraries

- Home reading snuggles

At the heart of the story is a simple truth for every child:

You are seen. You are loved. You can feel better.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0G2DWSHVY
• ISBN13: 9798349697623
• Release Date: November 2025
• Publisher: Misterc TV Books
• Length: 60 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 12 years and under
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 7