Ellie Bean the Drama Queen [Paperback] Harding Harding, Jennie and Padgett, Dave

This cute children’s book helps explain some bizarre or "dramatic" behavior, and gives easy sensory answers to parents and teachers. Written by a mom and special education teacher, this story brings home what it is like to grow up with sensory issues, and helps kids understand that they are not alone. Children will enjoy the fun artwork and empathize with Ellie Bean. By the end of the story, Ellie learns how to cope with her issues and stop being such a drama queen, but she does keep her crown!

Jennie Harding and her husband, Scott, live in Maumee, Ohio, along with their two children― Colin and Ellie. Jennie has taught for 14 years and has her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in moderate-to-intense special education. Ellie, now age 7, has been receiving occupational therapy for sensory-processing difficulties since the age of 4. Jennie’s desire to educate herself and help Ellie and others with this disorder was her purpose for writing this book. Jennie’s passion for teaching and love for her daughter motivated her to become an SPD parent-connections host. She hopes to offer support and knowledge to other parents to better help their own children with special needs.