Brad Was Sad by M C Goldrick

Brad was Sad by M C Goldrick

Today I am so happy to join the blog tour for Brad Was Sad by M.C. Goldrick.

There is a giveaway at the end of the post in which you can win a copy of the book (open to US/Canada).

Thank you to Rachel’s Random Resources for the tour invite and copy of the book, which I have reviewed honestly.

Did Brad’s dad make him sad? Brad thought he had…until his dog, Plaid, proved he could choose his outlook & feel glad.

Kids learn best through stories. Empower your child to own their feelings with this beautifully illustrated picture book by award-winning author, M.C. Goldrick.

Brad’s dog Plaid shows him how to feel and deal with emotions. Though Brad is having a bad day, Plaid shows him that it’s in his power to choose his perspective and his feelings. 

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My Thoughts

This is a really sweet, rhyming storybook with an important message for 3 to 7-year-old children.

When Brad’s dad made him sad he learned from his dog that he doesn’t have to feel that way. He learned that it’s ok to feel sadness but it’s up to him to let those feelings go. His dad makes him feel upset but soon he will have happy thoughts again.

I liked the message that we are all in charge of our own feelings and we should not let others dictate how we feel. The use of a dog in the story was clever because dogs don’t hold grudges, they just live in the moment. The illustrations are captivating and the story is told simplistically, which will appeal to young children.

About the Author

Award-winning author & mother of two, M.C. Goldrick sees feelings as our first language. Through her books she helps us identify and own our emotions. Her acclaimed Juvenile fiction series TIMEFLIES is an example of how stories can both enrich and entertain. She lives in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada with her family.

 

 

 

 

About the Illustrator

Rebecca Alexander, mother of two now-grown-up boys, is an accomplished artist with a private gallery. Her work has been featured on Canada Post Christmas Cards & stamps. She lives in St.Catharines, Ontario, Canada.