Ethan and the Power of Understanding Emotions: Why Do We Need to Feeling Sad?

By Dongjin Cho

Ethan and the Power of Feeling Sad

A Gentle Story That Helps Children Understand Their Emotions (Ages 4-8)

Is it okay to feel sad sometimes?

Meet Ethan, a kind and curious 7-year-old boy who usually feels happy. One day, he wakes up feeling sad and does not know why. As Ethan journeys through a gentle and imaginative world, he meets a friendly emotion who helps him understand that sadness is not something to fear or push away.

A Safe and Comforting Way to Talk About Sadness

This beautifully illustrated picture book helps children learn that:

Feeling sad is normal and healthy

Sadness can be a message, not a problem

Talking about feelings helps us feel better

All emotions are welcome

Understanding feelings helps children grow stronger and kinder

Rather than trying to "fix" sadness, this story teaches children to listen to their emotions with care and confidence.

What's Inside This Book?

A 40-page full-color picture book

A relatable main character children connect with

Gentle, non-scary emotion characters

Simple, age-appropriate emotional language

Bright 3D Pixar-style illustrations

A thoughtful "A Note for Parents" section

Perfect for bedtime reading, quiet moments, or emotional learning at home and in the classroom.

Perfect For:

Children ages 4-8

Kids learning about big feelings

Social-emotional learning (SEL)

Parents, teachers, and counselors

Conversations about sadness, empathy, and self-awareness

Why Parents Love This Book

Helps children name and understand emotions

Encourages open emotional communication

Supports emotional resilience and empathy

Offers comfort without judgment or pressure

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GH5Y52QD
• ISBN13: 9798244064407
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 81 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.5" x 11.0"