A comforting primer in emotional literacy and mindfulness that suggests we approach the feeling of sadness as if it is our guest. Sadness can be scary and confusing at any age When we feel sad especially for long periods of time it can seem as if the sadness is a part of who we arean overwhelming invisible and scary sensation. In When Sadness Is at Your Door Eva Eland brilliantly approaches this feeling as if it is a visitor. She gives it a shape and a face and encourages the reader to give it a name all of which helps to demystify it and distinguish it from ourselves. She suggests activities to do with it like sitting quietly drawing and going outside for a walk. The beauty of this approach is in the respect the book has for the feeling and the absence of a narrative that encourages the reader to get over it or indicates that its bad both of which are anxietyproducing notions. Simple illustrations that recall the classic style of Crockett Johnson Harold and the Purple Crayon invite readers to add their own impressions. Eva Elands debut picture book is a great primer in mindfulness and emotional literacy perfect for kids navigating these new feelingsand for adult readers tackling the feelings themselves show more