The book "Something Bad Happened" guides children aged 6 to 12, as well as the adults who care for them, through difficult discussions about national and international tragedies. The general term "bad thing" is used in the book, offering flexibility and avoiding the unplanned exposure of children to events that parents choose not to share. Fears, sadness, and uncertainty about the "bad thing" are normalized, while immediately useful coping tools are offered. This unique resource from child psychologist and bestselling author Dawn Huebner provides comfort, support, and next steps for children learning about distressing global events.