Sadness happens for many reasons. It can happen when a child misses a loved one, loses a favorite toy or gets hurt. This story shows a child how to visual their sadness as a Sadness Spot so that they can control it better. It walks them through several situations and offers guidance on how to help manage a Sadness Spot when it gets TOO BIG or stays for TOO LONG. It also shows how to help others with their Sadness Spot, too! It teaches empathy, compassion and friendship.