Teresa Bellamy
Children’s Author | Stepmum, Birth Mum, Foster Mum, Grandmother | Intellectual Disability Nurse | Founder of The Elephant's Trunk
With over 40 years of experience as an intellectual disability nurse, Teresa Bellamy has dedicated her life to supporting individuals and families, advocating for inclusivity and compassionate care. As a devoted stepmother, biological mother, foster mother, and grandmother, Teresa has a profound understanding of caregiving and the importance of creating a sense of belonging.
Driven by her commitment to fostering inclusive environments, Teresa founded The Elephant’s Trunk, an innovative online children’s book company based in Castlebellingham, Co. Louth, Ireland. The Elephant's Trunk addresses the need for diversity in children’s literature by creating personalised children’s books that ensure every child—regardless of their abilities or needs—can see themselves represented in the enchanting story world of Bellingham Village, where dreams and imagination come to life.
"I believe that every child deserves to see themselves in the stories they read. At The Elephant's Trunk, we create personalised books that celebrate each child's uniqueness, turning them into the hero of their own adventure. My goal is to foster a love for reading and a sense of belonging in every child, no matter their abilities or background." — Teresa Bellamy
Teresa Bellamy embodies the spirit of positive change, influencing both healthcare and the world of children’s literature. Her dual roles as a caregiver and author allow her to champion stories where every child’s unique journey is celebrated and valued.
Explore Our Collection:
Explore our collection of inclusive children’s books and see how The Elephant’s Trunk is making every child’s story a little more magical. Discover customised storybooks for kids that not only entertain but also empower every child to see themselves as the hero of their own story.
The Elephant’s Trunk is a children’s book company based in Castlebellingham, Co. Louth, Ireland, dedicated to creating personalised and inclusive stories for all children.
At The Elephant's Trunk, we recognise the significant gap in representation within children's literature. We believe that every child deserves to see themselves reflected in the stories they read. Whether a child has differing needs or unique characteristics, they deserve to feel seen, valued, and included. Our mission is simple: to celebrate every child's individuality and to make reading a magical experience for everyone.
Our stories welcome all children into the enchanting world of Bellingham Village, a place where imagination knows no bounds, and anything is possible. Here, every child is a hero, and the only requirement is to dream and believe.
Personalise Your Story: Our books allow your child's image, name, personalised dedication, and a special message to be woven into the heart of each story, creating an unforgettable gift that they’ll cherish for years to come.
Innovative Character Builder: We’ve developed a unique character builder that empowers you to create a representation of your child that truly reflects who they are. Choose from a wide array of customisable features, including options for children if they have Down’s Syndrome or are a Little Person. You can also choose skin colour, hairstyles, eye shapes, and clothing. Accessories like wheelchairs, walking frames, walking aids, assistance dogs, hearing aids, glasses are also available. Our goal is to continue expanding these options to ensure every child finds themselves in our stories.
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[Name of Child] and Starlight’s Christmas Adventure
While we strive to represent everyone, we acknowledge there’s always more to be done. Over time, we will continue to expand our character builder to embrace even more children, allowing each one to step into their own storybook.
Thank you for allowing The Elephant’s Trunk to bring joy and excitement to your child's reading journey. We are proud to contribute a portion of our proceeds to charities that support children and their families. (For more information, please visit our home page.)
