A Terrible Thing Happened
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

A Terrible Thing Happened

Written by Margaret M. Holmes · Illustrated by Cary Pillo

A child struggles with trauma until a counselor helps him find peace.

3.5/7 Bookroo expert·4.5/5 Goodreads · 668 ratings
32 pages· 527 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· ~520L
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Bookroo's summary

Sherman witnesses a traumatic event that leaves him anxious and angry. His emotions spiral, affecting his behavior and well-being. Enter Ms. Maple, a compassionate counselor who guides Sherman to confront his feelings and find healing. As Sherman learns to express his emotions, he begins to reclaim his sense of peace. Can he overcome the shadows of his past and embrace a brighter future? This touching story offers hope and guidance for children facing similar challenges, emphasizing the power of understanding and support in overcoming trauma.

From the publisher

After Sherman sees something terrible happen, he becomes anxious and then angry, but when a counselor helps him talk about these emotions he feels better.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
527
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~520L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.4
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
January 1, 2000
First published
June 17, 2020
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781557986429

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