[header] How to cheer up a sad child [title] Ask him about his problems. [step] If your child is sad, you're probably feeling concerned. Sad children may cry, pout, act disengaged, or generally act abnormal, which can be very alarming to a parent. 
There are many reasons why your child might be sad, so start by asking your child about what's bothering him. [substeps] Don't shy away from talking about troubling situations.