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Something Happened in Our Park: Standing Together after Gun Violence

This important follow-up to the bestselling, groundbreaking, and inspiring Something Happened in Our Town is a much-needed story to help communities in the aftermath of gun violence. When Miles's cousin Keisha is injured in a shooting, he realizes people can work together to reduce the likelihood of violence in their community. With help from friends and family, Miles learns to use his imagination and creativity to help him cope with his fears. This book can help provide parents with helpful messages of reassurance and empowerment. Included is an extensive Note to Parents and Caregivers with guidelines for discussing community gun violence with children, and sample dialogues.