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