[Dianna]

Giving candy to a five year old and then taking it away did instigate the child's reaction.

Do you know WHAT the child was doing with the jelly beans? No, I don't either. MOST teachers would not be upset by a kindergartener eating candy they are supposed to be counting. Perhaps the girl was throwing them across room. Would it be acceptable for the teacher to remove the candy then?

[MaryFromMichigan]

Well, according to this article the little girl began acting "silly".
I'm amazed at the strong reactions against this child.