A Terrible Thing Happened A Story for Children Who Have Witnessed Violence or Trauma Sherman Smith saw the most terrible thing happen At first hetried to forget about it but soon something inside him started to botherhim He felt nervous for no reason Sometimes his stomach hurt He had
Sherman Smith saw the most terrible thing happen At first hetried to forget about it, but soon something inside him started to botherhim He felt nervous for no reason Sometimes his stomach hurt He had baddreams And he started to feel angry and do mean things, which got him introuble Then he met Ms Maple, who helped him talk about the terrible thingthat he had triedSherman Smith saw the most terrible thing happen At first hetried to forget about it, but soon something inside him started to botherhim He felt nervous for no reason Sometimes his stomach hurt He had baddreams And he started to feel angry and do mean things, which got him introuble Then he met Ms Maple, who helped him talk about the terrible thingthat he had tried to forget Now Sherman is feeling much better.This gently told and tenderly illustrated story is for children who havewitnessed any kind of violent or traumatic episode, including physicalabuse, school or gang violence, accidents, homicide, suicide, and naturaldisasters such as floods or fire An afterward for parents and othercaregivers offers extensive suggestions for helping traumatized children,including a list of other sources that focus on specific eventsPICS INCLUDE To all children who struggle with the aftermath of tragedy,and to their dedicated caregivers
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A Terrible Thing Happened: A Story for Children Who Have Witnessed Violence or Trauma Margaret M. Holmes Cary Pillo
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Margaret M. Holmes Cary Pillo
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A Terrible Thing Happened: A Story for Children Who Have Witnessed Violence or Trauma Margaret M. Holmes Cary Pillo
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I am building up my library collection that helps children deal with special situations. This book is designed to help children heal post-trauma. The trauma is unnamed so it could be an accident, domestic violence, or natural disasters.The main character is a raccoon named Sherman Smith who is very easy to relate to. The book shows Sherman going about his normal activities but trying to ignore the 'terrible thing' that he saw. Trying to shut it out wasn't working anymore. Sherman had to play mor [...]
This book is appropriate for children (and adults) who have experienced a traumatic event, crime, or death. It encourages helpful communication and counseling in a non-threatening and easy to understand manner. It explores the thoughts, feelings and behaviors that can come as the result of witnessing or experiencing a traumatic event in the immediate aftermath and long after the event has passed. This non-judgmental approach is expressed through comforting illustrations, providing a safe-place f [...]
This book was loaned to us after our daughter died Nov 4, 2016. It was to help our son (now 5, was for at the time) try to work through some of the anger her was feeling. It helped, a lot. We read it all together (daddy, mommy, son) and each talked about the feelings when the raccoon reacted to different situations. I felt that it was very helpful and would recommend it to anyone that has not only experienced a death but abuse, assault, neglect, and being in the foster care system.
This book is helpful both for the child to understand what's happening to them, and the parent who is trying to understand how to help.
very good for kids who went through trauma
I didn't like this much because I felt like since this book didn't say what the "bad" thing was that kids might focus on what it is and take in the book.
My 6 year old got the point of this story, but he was very fixated on what the terrible thing was. I think the fact that it never said, kind of confused him.
I watched this book being read on YouTube by Miss. Casella's Classroom. I very much liked it. There's a big emphasis on emotion. It describes the negative emotions the character is feeling and questions he has. It also describe how Sherman, the main character feels after expressing himself - first in subtle ways then in more direct ways. I could see a student who has experienced trauma putting themselves in this character's shoes easily, and finding comfort in this book. Also, the back of the bo [...]
Sherman Smith witnessed a terrible thing, and he was very scared. In order to forget this terrible thing, he focused on going to school, teasing his sister, walking the dog, and playing with his friends. He couldn’t seem to forget it, so he continued to do more things to forget about it like singing even louder at school. Despite his efforts, he lost his appetite, grew anxious and fearful, and even started to have nightmares every night. As a result, he became so irritated and mean towards oth [...]
Sherman Smith saw a terrible thing and he tries really hard to forget about it but it just makes him angry, gives him nightmares and makes his stomach hurt. When he finally starts talking about what he saw his life becomes better, his nightmares go away and he realizes he isn't as angry.Research has shown that children who have witnessed violence or trauma are actually affected as strongly or worse than the primary victims. Children who have experienced trauma or witnessed violent deaths can be [...]
This book follows the post-trauma experience of Sherman Smith, a young raccoon who has witnessed an undisclosed trauma. Sherman experiences many common symptoms of individuals who have witnessed a trauma, including insomnia, lack of appetite, and anxiety. After getting in trouble at school several times, Sherman meets Ms. Maple, who appears to be the school counselor. She helps Sherman to express his feelings about the trauma through drawing, and Sherman begins to feel better. The book uses ambi [...]
This book is fantastic for children with hard home lives. It applies to foster kids, domestic abuse, verbal abuse, any violence home lives. The book is vague enough for little children and uses language and feelings that they can connect with. It teaches children to talk about what's bothering them and that acting out is not ok just because you feel upset. It also teaches that there are adults you can trust and confide and that may make you feel better. Its such a great book for young children t [...]
Through A Terrible Thing Happened, Margaret M. Holmes shares the story of Sherman Smith, who has witnessed “a terrible thing”. The story, accompanied by poignant illustrations by Cary Pillo, explains the types of emotions kids face after a traumatic event and the ways they can find help.Sherman tries to keep his experience to himself, but the emotions boil up so badly that he becomes sick, depressed, and anxious.When he talks to a grown-up at school, Ms. Maple, he’s finally able to share h [...]
This book details a child that went through a trauma. I used it for therapy after a tornado hit our school. The perfect thing about this book is that it doesn't name a trauma, so it can be used for any type of abuse, natural disasters, violence, death, wars, etcIt is written to where a child can understand the different levels of grief, anger, support that they may feel/recieve.The pictures are bright and friendly and it uses animal characters instead of people.In the back of the book are 15 tip [...]
I've been trying to build up our collection of books to help kids through difficult situations. The author keeps this one very general so that it can be used in multiple situations - and it really works. A parent or school counselor or social worker could use this in a variety of ways to get kids talking or drawing. And I love (and was brought to tears by)the last lines, in which the main character speaks directly to the child, "Sherman Smith is feeling much better now. He just thought you would [...]
Sherman Smith saw a most terrible thing and while he tries to ignore it, he starts to feel sad, worried, and angry and doesn't know why. This book is so beautiful in its simplicity. The illustrator so captured the expressions of a child going through a range of emotions that I felt myself completely empathizing with him (I think I was making the same sad face as he was when he was sent to the principal's office). I would recommend this book for all kids, not just ones that have seen a "most terr [...]
This is a book about dealing with feelings when you have had a traumatic experience. In the story, Sherman saw something terrible happen and tried his best to forget about it. Sherman became depressed, angry, afraid, and confused. It was not until he talked to an adult that he really begin to feel better. This book is helpful for students whom might have been in similar situations. I would recommend this book for 1st through 4th or even 5th graders. This would reassure students that they can alw [...]
Ever wonder how you could talk to your students about being open with you without actually having to say it? This book is all about a child handling emotions. Something happened and a little boy kept it in and it causes personal problems until he finally talked to someone about it. This is a very good book to read to the children when you know or feel like something going on. Although this is not a subject in school it is real like which effects school.
This book can be of value for adults who care about a child who has witnessed a traumatic event and is suffering because of it. We know only that the raccoon Sherman Smith has seen "the most terrible thing," (depicted as a mass of dark squiggles in a thought bubble) but it is not defined, making this ideal for sharing in a variety of situations (violence, weather disasters, abuse, etc.) and for opening discussion.
This is a lovely book for helping a child deal with a scary event. Something scary happens to Sherman and at first he is ok, but then he gets angry and frightened and cant stop thinking about the scary thing. He is introduced to a counsellor who helps him to deal with his feelings about the scary thing. And soon he is feeling much better. Because you never actually find out what the scary thing is, this book lends itself to any myriad of trauma's - a very useful too.
Sometimes terrible things happen that cannot be kept from children. I think it is important that we recognize that children may need more or a different kind of help to move past the situation. This book could help give a child a voice where he otherwise felt he had none. Good to keep in the classroom library, but another idea would be to coordinate with the counselor to read during one of their visits in the class.
This book is for those students who have experienced something frightening or sad. Students sometimes have scary dreams and are afraid to speak of it. I would like to read this book and share some things that frighten me or that have made me sad to let them know that it is okay to be afraid. We all go through it. Students can write about a time when something scared them and not have them share, but just to express their fear in writing. Also, that writing can help ease the fear.
Use to discuss feelings buried from witnessing "something terrible." Introduces Ms. Maple (bear psychologist or social worker) to help Sherman Smith (racoon) discuss his feelings. Ms. Maple uses drawing and storytelling as a way to discuss what happened. Book explains what is "normal" to feel like stomach aches, nightmarester witnessing violence. Resources included (older material from 90s).
I find this to be a helpful book to use in therapy with children who have been traumatized in some way. I like that the book explains the role of the therapist and gives examples of some tools that might be used in counseling. It also validates the children's feelings and helps them to better understand where their behaviors may be coming from.
Topics : "a terrible thing," traumatic experiencesCharacters : a young raccoonClassroom relevance : to introduce topic of trauma and how we experience itGrade level(s) : 3rd+For use with students who may be experiencing trauma, very vague description of the actual traumatic event. Encourages students to find a trusted adult to talk about "terrible things"
This is a great book to use for sad incidences. It is hard for students to talk about sad things that have happened to them. However, as teachers we should let the students know that it is okay to express our feelings and share them with a friend or an adult. It is a great book to use for writing so that children can express their feelings.
This book is wonderful to have in a classroom library throughout all elementary grades! The story centers around a boy who experienced a traumatic event in his life that he did not deal with. When he begins experiencing difficulties, he finally talks to someone about the experience. This book could truly be an inspiration to a child to speak up to an adult or counselor about trauma.
Wonderful book to read to children who have experienced something traumatic -- abuse of any kind, domestic violence, violent act, natural disaster, fire, etc. Encourages counseling and sharing feelings to ease the effects of trauma on children! LOVE IT!!!!
A good book to read with children who have witnessed something traumatic. It highlights how the individual is unable to stop thinking about the event and how it effects everyday life. Explores how talking to a counselor can help.
I thought this book was great. The whole time I was reading it I really wanted to know what happened to Stanley. This book would be great for coping and letting a child know that it is normal for them to feel sad or angry.