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A review by calistareads
Ellen Tebbits by Beverly Cleary
4.0
Beverly Cleary is a national treasure for early middle grade chapter books. I read this quick read for the first time and it was amusing. I like Ellen and I can relate to her realness, but spoiled rotten Otis steals the show. He is the perfect antagonist.
Ellen is looking for a friend and she bonds with Austine over being forced to wear long winter underwear. I'm glad this is no longer a thing. Still, it makes for some comedy gold. Ellen is learning the complexities of having a friend.
I do wonder why this didn't take off like Ramona did. I think this is good stuff too. There is a book about Otis. Ramona stole the show later and I would have liked to hear more from Ellen at some point too. It is a bit dated and a bit timeless. It is certainly an easier time for girls than now days with horrible bullying in 1st grade and onward. I'm glad I read this.
Ellen is looking for a friend and she bonds with Austine over being forced to wear long winter underwear. I'm glad this is no longer a thing. Still, it makes for some comedy gold. Ellen is learning the complexities of having a friend.
I do wonder why this didn't take off like Ramona did. I think this is good stuff too. There is a book about Otis. Ramona stole the show later and I would have liked to hear more from Ellen at some point too. It is a bit dated and a bit timeless. It is certainly an easier time for girls than now days with horrible bullying in 1st grade and onward. I'm glad I read this.