Something Very Sad Happened

amp ldquo No one likes to think about it, and even fewer plan for it, but explaining death to a toddler can be a difficult task amp hellip . The author acknowledges that a book on death written just for little ones is a bit niche but emphasizes in the foreword the need to properly discuss this tough situation with young children amp hellip . An important book to have on hand for those who serve toddlers. amp rdquo -School Library Journal

amp ldquo Essential, powerful, and psychologically researched resource to equip adults to model healthy grieving and help children at this age with loss. amp rdquo -Booklist amp ldquo Something Very Sad Happened is impressively exceptional and an invaluable addition to family, preschool, elementary school, and community library collections. amp rdquo -Midwest Book Review

Bonnie Zucker, PsyD, is a licensed psychologist in private practice. She received her undergraduate degree from George Washington University, her master’s degree from the University of Baltimore, and her doctoral degree from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Chicago. Dr. Zucker specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders and is the author of Anxiety-Free Kids and Take Control of OCD, and co-author of Resilience Builder Program for Children & Adolescents and two relaxation CDs. She lives in Bethesda, Maryland with her husband and two sons.

Kim Fleming has always been passionate about creating visual content for children. Her specialty is children’s books, but her illustrations can be found in many different places, from children’s games to greeting cards. She enjoys working traditionally, and creates her illustrations using watercolor, pencil, and lots of love.