About the book
Newbery Medal-winning author Beverly Cleary brings her warm humor to this funny story of a girl readers will recognize—and love.
This funny realistic friendship story captures the intensity of kids' emotions and is the second book beloved author Beverly Cleary published.
Ellen Tebbits has an embarrassing secret that she'll never share with anyone. That is, until she meets Austine—and discovers that Austine has the exact same secret! Soon the girls are best friends who do everything together—attending dance class, riding horses, and dodging pesky Otis Spofford, the neighborhood troublemaker.
But then Ellen does something terrible . . . and now Austine isn't speaking to her. Ellen desperately wants her best friend back. How can she show Austine how sorry she is?
Ellen Tebbits is a funny school and friendship story that stands the test of time—perfect for independent reading for second and third graders.
- Making New Friends: Ellen thinks she’s the only girl in the world with her embarrassing secret... until she meets Austine. A funny, heartwarming story of how a shared secret can spark a brand-new friendship.
- Funny School Stories: From dance class mishaps to dodging the neighborhood pest, Otis Spofford, every chapter is filled with the realistic and humorous ups and downs of third-grade life.
- Friendship Break-Ups and Make-Ups: When Ellen makes a terrible mistake, she and Austine stop speaking. This timeless story gently explores the tough feelings of a fight and the courage it takes to say you're sorry.
- A Timeless Children's Classic: Perfect for young independent readers, this beloved book from Newbery Medal-winner Beverly Cleary has been a favorite for generations.
Editions of Ellen Tebbits
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780380709137
- EBook
- ISBN 9780061972164
Read an Excerpt
Newbery Medal-winning author Beverly Cleary brings her warm humor to this funny story of a girl readers will recognize—and love.
This funny realistic friendship story captures the intensity of kids' emotions and is the second book beloved author Beverly Cleary published.
Ellen Tebbits has an embarrassing secret that she'll never share with anyone. That is, until she meets Austine—and discovers that Austine has the exact same secret! Soon the girls are best friends who do everything together—attending dance class, riding horses, and dodging pesky Otis Spofford, the neighborhood troublemaker.
But then Ellen does something terrible . . . and now Austine isn't speaking to her. Ellen desperately wants her best friend back. How can she show Austine how sorry she is?
Ellen Tebbits is a funny school and friendship story that stands the test of time—perfect for independent reading for second and third graders.
- Making New Friends: Ellen thinks she’s the only girl in the world with her embarrassing secret... until she meets Austine. A funny, heartwarming story of how a shared secret can spark a brand-new friendship.
- Funny School Stories: From dance class mishaps to dodging the neighborhood pest, Otis Spofford, every chapter is filled with the realistic and humorous ups and downs of third-grade life.
- Friendship Break-Ups and Make-Ups: When Ellen makes a terrible mistake, she and Austine stop speaking. This timeless story gently explores the tough feelings of a fight and the courage it takes to say you're sorry.
- A Timeless Children's Classic: Perfect for young independent readers, this beloved book from Newbery Medal-winner Beverly Cleary has been a favorite for generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellen Tebbits about?
Newbery Medal-winning author Beverly Cleary brings her warm humor to this funny story of a girl readers will recognize—and love.
This funny realistic friendship story captures the intensity of kids' emotions and is the second book beloved author Beverly Cleary published.
Ellen Tebbits has an embarrassing secret that she'll never share with anyone. That is, until she meets Austine—and discovers that Austine has the exact same secret! Soon the girls are best friends who do everything together—attending dance class, riding horses, and dodging pesky Otis Spofford, the neighborhood troublemaker.
But then Ellen does something terrible . . . and now Austine isn't speaking to her. Ellen desperately wants her best friend back. How can she show Austine how sorry she is?
Ellen Tebbits is a funny school and friendship story that stands the test of time—perfect for independent reading for second and third graders.
- Making New Friends: Ellen thinks she’s the only girl in the world with her embarrassing secret... until she meets Austine. A funny, heartwarming story of how a shared secret can spark a brand-new friendship.
- Funny School Stories: From dance class mishaps to dodging the neighborhood pest, Otis Spofford, every chapter is filled with the realistic and humorous ups and downs of third-grade life.
- Friendship Break-Ups and Make-Ups: When Ellen makes a terrible mistake, she and Austine stop speaking. This timeless story gently explores the tough feelings of a fight and the courage it takes to say you're sorry.
- A Timeless Children's Classic: Perfect for young independent readers, this beloved book from Newbery Medal-winner Beverly Cleary has been a favorite for generations.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Ellen Tebbits?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: General interest > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Communities, places and peoples > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Rural and farm life
Where can I read a sample of Ellen Tebbits?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780380709137
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Ellen Tebbits?
Beverly Cleary
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Ellen Tebbits is available as paperback(ISBN 9780380709137) and ebook(ISBN 9780061972164)
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