Description
Book Synopsis: A gently told and tenderly illustrated story for children who have witnessed any kind of violent or traumatic episode, including physical abuse, school or gang violence, accidents, homicide, suicide, and natural disasters such as floods or fire. Sherman Smith saw the most terrible thing happen. At first he tried to forget about it, but soon something inside him started to bother him. He felt nervous for no reason. Sometimes his stomach hurt. He had bad dreams. And he started to feel angry and do mean things, which got him in trouble. Then he met Ms. Maple, who helped him talk about the terrible thing that he had tried to forget. Now Sherman is feeling much better. Children who have witnessed violence or other traumatic incidents are at surprisingly greater risk for committing violence in the future than are children who have actually been involved in such events. The event might be a car accident, domestic or school violence, suicide, or a natural disaster such as a tornado, flood, or fire. Regardless of the type of incident, child witnesses often react by trying to forget or ignore the experience. When their feelings are pushed underground in this manner, these children may begin to feel bad in ways they don’t understand, and become angry as a result of feeling bad. It is this anger that can give way to violence. Caring adults can make all the difference by helping children talk about and understand the experience. An afterword by Sasha J. Mudlaff written for parents and other caregivers offers extensive suggestions for helping traumatized children, including a list of other sources that focus on specific events.
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Are you looking for a way to help your child cope with a traumatic experience? Look no further than "A Terrible Thing Happened: A Story for Children Who Have Witnessed Violence or Trauma". This beautifully written and exquisitely illustrated book is specifically designed for children who have witnessed any kind of violent or traumatic episode. Whether it's physical abuse, school or gang violence, accidents, homicide, suicide, or natural disasters, this book is here to help your child heal.
Sherman Smith, the main character, saw a terrible thing happen and tried to forget about it. But soon, he started feeling nervous for no reason, experiencing stomachaches, having bad dreams, and even acting out in mean ways. Does any of this sound familiar? By relating Sherman's journey to your child's own experience, this book provides a safe and caring space for them to process and understand their emotions.
Did you know that children who have witnessed violence or traumatic incidents are at a greater risk for future violent behavior? Even if they weren't directly involved in the event, it can have a profound impact on their psychological well-being. By pushing their feelings underground, they may start feeling bad in ways they can't comprehend, leading to anger and potentially harmful actions. That's why it's crucial to help them open up and express their emotions.
You, as a caring adult, have the power to make a difference. By using "A Terrible Thing Happened" as a tool to facilitate discussions with your child, you can help them understand and navigate their emotions, paving the way for healing and resilience. The book also includes an insightful afterword by Sasha J. Mudlaff, written exclusively for parents and caregivers, offering extensive suggestions on how to support traumatized children.
Don't let your child continue to suffer in silence. Give them the support they need by unlocking the power of "A Terrible Thing Happened: A Story for Children Who Have Witnessed Violence or Trauma". Start their journey to healing today.
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