Jellybean

(Paperback)

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Ellie battles feelings of anxiety about school that she cant explain in this sensitively told tale from acclaimed author Eve Ainsworth.

When Ellie wakes up one day and cant face going to school, her parents think there must be a reason. Is she being bullied Or is the schoolwork too hard But neither of these things are true, and Ellie finds it impossible to explain how she feels.

As the days of absence turn into weeks and then months, Ellies parents support her through this difficult time, but can she find a way to go back

Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 7.

Author Bio

Eve Ainsworth is a working class award-winning and Carnegie nominated childrens author who has written for both middle grade and teen readers. She has vast experience working as a public speaker and creative workshop coordinator for schools, libraries and other events both nationally and internationally. She also is an experienced mentor and is very passionate about helping those from disadvantaged backgrounds. Alongside writing, Eve is also a trained Safeguarding Lead working with young people, schools and families. Eve is fiercely proud of her working class roots and her large, loud family. She lives in Crawley with her husband, two young children and crazy pets.