Ella's Tummy

<p>Ella visits the park and meets a new boy. He yells. “You’re so fat!” Full of anger no joy. His anger hurts Ella and makes her feel sad. She questions herself “Is my fat tummy bad?”</p><p>Ella's Tummy addresses teasing and bullying about weight during a time when the disdain for overweight seems ever-present and eating disorders in children are rampant. It touches on parental support for building self-esteem and how others may project their bad feelings. Finally it's about self-examination and independent thought.</p><p>Although a book for young children the uncompromising artwork and verse will appeal to any age.</p>