Sad Books
Tween
Sad Books Say So Much: 8 Books That Give Fourth and Fifth Graders All the Feels
When kids are asked about their favorite genre, many of them say, “I love sad books.” Here are some of the best kid-recommended “sad” reads.
Tween
Heartfelt Middle Grade Books That Will Make You Cry
In these middle grade books, the emotions resonate deeply, the stories are heartfelt, and their characters will linger with readers long after they’ve finished the last pages.
Teen
Bookshelf Must-Have: The Beauty That Remains
Looking for a teen book that’ll give you all the feels? This month’s Bookshelf Must-Have pick is a true tearjerker about love, loss, and everything in between. YA readers who enjoy stories packed with emotion will adore every page of Ashley Woodfolk’s The Beauty That Remains.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
17 Authors on the Children's Books That Still Make Them Weepy
We know children’s literature is full of wonderful tearjerkers, so we asked 17 authors to share the book from childhood that still makes them well up to this day. Here are the stories that hold special places in their hearts.
Tween
What Tweens Read When They’re Feeling Down
Kari Riedel asked kids what types of books help them feel better when they're sad. She was touched by the honesty and diversity of their answers.