Helping Traumatized Children
Reading Resources for Principals, Educators, Parents and Caregivers

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A Terrible Thing Happened: A Story for Children Who Have Witnessed Violence or Trauma
by Margaret H. Holmes and Illustrated by Cary Pillo
"This gently told and tenderly illustrated story is 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. 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."~American Psychological Association
www.apa.org/pubs/magination/4416428.aspx