A Terrible Thing Happened: A Story for Children Who Have Witnessed Violence or Trauma

A Gentle Story to Help Children Talk About Difficult Feelings After a Traumatic or Confusing Event Some experiences are hard to talk about, especially for children. A Terrible Thing Happened is a comforting picture book that helps kids make sense of big emotions after something upsetting has happened. Without naming the event, the story follows Sherman, a young raccoon who begins to feel worried, angry, and confused. With patience, comfort, and support, Sherman learns that talking about his feelings can help him start to feel better. Thoughtfully written and illustrated by child development specialists, this book gives families, caregivers, and educators a reassuring way to open conversations about big emotions. It validates children’s feelings, shows that all emotions are welcome, and reminds them they are safe, cared for, and never alone. This beautiful story helps children understand that healing begins when we share how we feel. Key Features Supports Emotional Processing: Helps children ages 4-8 recognize and express feelings like sadness, worry, and anger after a difficult or confusing experience. Sensitive, Universal Storytelling: The upsetting event is never described, so the book can be used in many different situations without adding distress. Guidance for Adults Included: Features a supportive note with simple, practical suggestions to help grown-ups talk about feelings in a caring and age-appropriate way. Ideal for Emotional Learning & Healing: Encourages coping skills, resilience, and emotional understanding. Perfect for home, school, or counseling settings. Trusted Publisher: From Magination Press, the children’s imprint of the American Psychological Association, experts in child development and well-being.
ASIN: 1557987017
VSKU: BVV.1557987017.A
Condition: Acceptable
Author/Artist:Holmes, Margaret M.|Pillo, Cary
Binding: Paperback
Note: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.
Condition Notes: The item is very worn but is perfectly usable. Signs of wear can include aesthetic issues such as scratches, dents, worn and creased covers, folded page corners and minor liquid stains. All pages and the cover are intact, but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include moderate to heavy amount of notes and highlighting, but the text is not obscured or unreadable. Page edges may have foxing age related spots and browning . May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.