A Terrible Thing Happened by Margaret M. Holmes

Sometimes adults are not sure how to have conversations with children about difficult issues.

However, don’t assume you know what their questions will be, said Constance Beecher, literacy specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. Experts suggest letting children know that caring adults will listen and allow them to ask questions.

Learn more at, Iowa – It is natural for children to feel anxiety, distress and grief after tragic events. We believe every child is worth it - and every family matters. For over 50 years, our network of agencies has used innovative, personalized approaches to heal trauma, break cycles of harm, and reshape futures. Nexus Family Healing is a national nonprofit mental health organization that restores hope for thousands of children and families who come to us for outpatient/community mental health services, foster care and adoption, and residential treatment. What Does Consent Really Mean by Pete and Thalia Wallisĭownload the Child Abuse Book Reading List PDF.The War that Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley.The Star Outside My Window by Onjali Q.The Invisible Boy by Alyssa Hollingsworth.Fighting Words by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley.

Somebody Cares: A Guide for Kids Who Have Experienced Neglect by Susan Farber Straus.

When I Was Little… A Child’s Journey in Overcoming Abuse & Trauma by Keri Vellis (ages 4-10).

Once I Was Very Very Scared by Chandra Ghosh Ippen.

Healing Days: A Guide For Kids Who Have Experienced Trauma by Susan Farber Straus, PhD.

Something is Wrong at my House by Diane Davis.

The Big Bad Wolf in My House by Valérie Fontaine.

Brave Bart: A Story for Traumatized and Grieving Children by Caroline H.

A Foster-Adoption Story: Angela and Michael’s Journey – A Therapeutic Workbook for Traumatized Children by Regina M.

A Terrible Thing Happened by Margaret M.

The books listed below can also help caregivers/parents and their child learn more about trauma and trauma-informed practices together. We’ve compiled a list of books that speak about child abuse and trauma that may be fitting for children of different ages.Īs we talked about in our Mental Health Books for Children blog, reading has immense benefits for children and can help them feel not alone in their healing journey, knowing that others have had similar experiences. At Nexus Family Healing, our employees, therapists, and foster parents work with youth who have experienced different types of trauma, which often include forms of abuse or neglect.

A Terrible Thing Happened by Margaret M. Holmes