Sad Skye is a tender, relatable story that helps children explore sadness in a safe and gentle way. When Skye Squirrel’s best friend moves away, Skye feels invisible in his sadness—until another squirrel takes the time to ask, listen, and play.
This story helps children understand that it’s okay to feel sad, and shows how empathy, conversation, and connection can help ease difficult feelings. Perfect for ages 3–8, Sad Skye supports emotional awareness and encourages open communication.
Available as a standalone book or bundled with a blue tail for the My Emotion Squirrel plush, representing sadness.
As a therapist, Skye Squirrel has been a great interactive tool. Kids are able to learn about and identify different emotions. The changing of Skye Squirrel’s tails keeps them excited, engaged, and involved.
Jenny Gaylon, LPC.
I am an elementary school teacher, and this is a great book to address blindness with my students. It is very kid-friendly. It teaches a great lesson about having compassion and accepting others.
Mistie O.
An inspirational story with a message that my family and I will remember for a long time. Great storytelling of a sensitive subject. I highly recommend it!
Stephanie D.
Grief feels like someone has left you and can be confusing to young children. This story communicates wonderfully that all emotions are okay to feel.
Karen M
My 10 yr old was struggling one day, and I teasingly told her she needed Annoyed Skye, which lit up her face. She ran and got her My Emotion Squirrel with his “annoyed” tail and gave it a big hug!
Sarah S.
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