Book Series · 2 Books

Ellie Bean Books

In order from Mama's Waves to Daddy's Waves.

Mama's Waves
Daddy's Waves
Mama's Waves
Mama's Waves
Daddy's Waves
Mama's Waves
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Mama's Waves
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$1895
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 3–11 · 2020

Mama's Waves

By Chandra Ghosh Ippen, Erich Ippen

A young girl navigates emotional waves when her mom misses a visit.

34 pages
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Summary: Ellie faces a storm of emotions when her mom doesn't show up for their visit. With the help of Miss K. and Uncle Finny, she learns to ride the waves of her mother's struggles with mental health and addiction. As Ellie grapples with sadness and anger, she discovers the power of understanding and holding onto cherished memories. Can Ellie find peace amidst the turmoil and realize she's not alone? 'Mama's Waves' opens the door to vital conversations, helping children understand and cope with the challenges of family members facing emotional battles.
The complete set

Ellie Bean Series

2 books · Published 2020–2021

Mama's Waves

Picture Book · Ages 3–11 · 2020

A young girl navigates emotional waves when her mom misses a visit.

Daddy's Waves

Picture Book · Ages 3–11 · 2021

A young girl navigates her father's emotional struggles with the help of caring adults.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Ellie Bean series?

There are 2 books in the Ellie Bean series. It began with Mama's Waves in 2020, and the newest book, Daddy's Waves, was published in 2021.

What ages are the Ellie Bean books best for?

The series is best for ages 3–11, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Ellie Bean to life.

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Chandra Ghosh Ippen

Author
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Erich Ippen

Author
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Erich Ippen Jr.

Author

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