The Sad Little House
Catherine James
Guardian Angel Publishing, Inc.
ISBN: 1-933090-18-9
Children’s
Reviewed by Miranda Lyle

The illustrations in this book are fabulous!  A child that cannot read yet could open the book and tell the story.  The illustrator showed emotion in every face.  The appropriate facial expressions will help children follow the story.  The well-developed, lovable main character with helpful friends has a happy ending.  Children will easily empathize with the sad house.  The excitement of the house, when chosen by the family, will pour out of the pages into the reader and listeners.  Children will love the animal friends of the house and the interesting ways they help their sad friend.  Being able to see good and looking beyond appearance are leading themes.  Children can begin to develop an understanding of the plight of others.  This book is a great beginning discussion point for families.