EllRay Jakes Stands Tall
EllRay Jakes Stands Tall by Sally Warner is an illustrated edition published by Penguin on April 12, 2016. This 176-page book follows EllRay as he navigates the challenges of being the shortest kid in his class while trying to make a name for himself on the basketball court. With the introduction of a new basketball game led by Coach Havens, EllRay is eager to showcase his skills, but he still finds himself chosen last for teams at recess, prompting him to devise a plan to gain attention.
In this installment of the series, readers will find themes of friendship, family, and social dynamics as EllRay attempts to stand out among his peers. The story explores his determination and creativity, particularly as he ventures into the off-limits teacher’s lounge to make his mark. With a focus on juvenile fiction set in the United States, this book captures the essence of childhood experiences and the quest for recognition among friends and classmates.
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EllRay Jakes finally grows up (a little) by playing basketball in this ninth book in the series.
There’s a new game in town—basketball! Or in Ellray’s case, pre-basketball. Coach Havens has all the third graders dribbling, passing, and shooting, and he’s quick to compliment EllRay’s skills. No one else seems to notice them, however, and as ‘the shortest kid in the class,’ EllRay is still chosen last for teams at recess. What’s a short guy gotta do to get noticed?? When EllRay comes up with a plan that involves the off-limits teacher’s lounge, everyone does a double take!
PRAISE FOR THE ELLRAY JAKES SERIES:
“Warner is a dead-on observer of playground politics, and has a great ear for dialogue.”—School Library Journal on EllRay Jakes Is Not a Chicken!
“…ideal for reluctant readers.”—Booklist on EllRay Jakes Is Not a Chicken!
“Young readers can identify with EllRay, who is neither a bad seed nor a goody-two-shoes; he and his sense of humor are just right.”—Kirkus on EllRay Jakes Is a Rock Star!
“The EllRay Jakes stories are just right for his real-life peers.”—Kirkus on EllRay Jakes Walks the Plank
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