The free resource, entitled ‘Sometimes Happy, Sometimes Sad’, is written by Laura Henry and published by mental health charity Anna Freud.
The book tells the story of three-year-old Jackson and early years teacher Bilal who notices that Jackson, who is normally ‘the fizziest’, whizziest, most giggle, wriggly boy in the world’, is acting differently. The pair then explore his emotions together, with the help of some friends.
It also champions diversity and represents children and an adult from different backgrounds, touching on gender, race and disability, ensuring all children see themselves represented in conversations about mental health.
Along with the story, there is a foreword and guide from experts at Anna Freud to help adults use the resource, including tips to help young children express and make sense of their emotions.
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