Jenny Mei Is Sad
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

Jenny Mei Is Sad

By Tracy Subisak

A friend supports Jenny Mei, who hides her sadness behind smiles.

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30 pages
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Jenny Mei seems happy, but her friend knows the truth—she's sad. Through laughter and blue Popsicles, her friend stands by her side, offering support in every moment. Discover how true friendship embraces both joy and sorrow, teaching kids the importance of being there for one another, no matter what. Can friendship help Jenny Mei find her smile again?

From the publisher

A Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Book A Book Riot Best Book With this educational and entertaining picture book, learn how to approach difficult emotions with compassion and understanding–and be the best friend you can be.My friend Jenny Mei is sad. But you might not be able to tell. Jenny Mei still smiles a lot. She makes everyone laugh. And she still likes blue Popsicles the best. But, her friend knows that Jenny Mei is sad, and does her best to be there to support her. This beautifully illustrated book is perfect for introducing kids to the complexity of sadness, and to show them that the best way to be a good friend, especially to someone sad, is by being there for the fun, the not-fun, and everything in between.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
30
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about diversityBooks about feelings and emotionsBooks about social themesBooks about new experiences
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Publication
Published
June 15, 2021
First published
January 1, 2021
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780316537711

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