Mario T BrownMario is a childcare program director and first-time author living in the Netherlands. His debut children's book, ELIFANT and His Super Power Nose, was inspired by his youngest son, Elijah, who experienced his first food allergy reaction as a baby duing a family vacation. With over a decade of experience working as a childcare program director, Mario has supported children with a wide range of special needs, including food allergies, autoimmune disorders, and neurodivergent conditions such as ADHD and autism. He primarily works with school-age children between 5 and 11 years old but also has extensive experience with preschoolers and toddlers. His hands-on work has given him deep insight into the daily realities, emotions, and resilience of children facing health and developmental challenges. Elijah's early years included medical challenges-from food allergies and gluten sensitivity to open-heart surgery, but also incredible resilience, therapy, and the love of family. Through these experiences, Mario saw how important it is to give children stories that help them make sense of what feels frightening. Read More Read Less