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The Boy Who Didn't Want to Be Sad (Hardcover)

by Rob Goldblatt (Author, Illustrator)
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A boy who doesn't want to be sad tries eliminating all sources of sadness from his life, including toys (they can get broken), pets (they can't live forever), friends (what if they don't call?), even his own family (sometimes they get mad at him). Ultimately, he realizes that all sources of sadness are also his sources of happiness, and he reclaims them all.

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  • Reading level: Ages 4-8
  • Hardcover: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Magination Press; 1 edition (May 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1591471346
  • ISBN-13: 978-1591471349
  • Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 7.9 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #58,184 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A children's book for the child in all of us., July 20, 2004
1591471346The story line is simple; the truth concealed within is life changing. It is the story of a boy who was sad and did not want to be sad anymore. So, he devised a plan. His plan was to get rid of everything that made him sad. He methodically gets rid of things as soon as he realizes they make him sad or have the potential to make him sad. Eventually he realizes that getting rid of everything that could make him sad also got rid of everything that made him happy. This is a lesson about facing sadness so that we can also have a happy and fulfilled life. "The Boy Who Didn't Want To Be Sad" is a very highly recommended children's book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A VERY important book, June 6, 2004
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If there's a more important lesson for children-and parents-to learn, I don't know it. This book caught me totally off guard. I read it to my six year old, who thought it was a good story. But I lay awake the rest of the night, suddenly focused on teaching him how to be happy instead of successful. I hope the lesson isn't too late for me; but I'm sure it's not too late for him.
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5.0 out of 5 stars This one's a keeper, August 21, 2005
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I use bibliotherapy often with child clients. Most I don't refer to again and again. This one I do. It is a great conversation starter for children and adults alike. I think it would make me talk if someone read it to me! It brings up pretty powerful feelings without being heavy or depressing.
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5.0 out of 5 stars loved this book !
I was so touched by the premise of this book, I found it to be a wonderful resource for kids who may be struggling with sadness. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars live
This is an excellent book about life. It teaches that we should not avoid sadness because we will be missing the joy. Great lesson!
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1.0 out of 5 stars Not what I expected
This book wasn't at all what I expected. My daughter and I agreed it really wouldn't help address the emotions my grandkids are experiencing as their parents divorce. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars excellent conversation starter
My wife Jan and I bought this charming book for our granddaughter, who had heard about it from a friend at school. Read more
Published on June 20, 2004 by George Glass

5.0 out of 5 stars Very moved.
This is a beautiful story, and the illustrations are wonderful. Why have I not heard of Goldblatt before?
Published on June 16, 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars The New Shel Silverstein
I've looked for other books by this author, but I think this is his only one. That's too bad, because this one packs a wallop. Read more
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