The Ellie McDoodle Diaries 5: Ellie for President - by Ruth McNally Barshaw (Hardcover)

About the Book

Book Synopsis

When Ellie McDoodle starts a school newspaper, she gets the scoop on the upcoming class officer elections. Ellie's friends and family convince her to run for president, so she starts a campaign (with lots of creative posters and props, of course). But when the competition gets tough, Ellie is nervous about running against her classmates and her new crush.

Readers will want to vote for Ellie as they follow the relatable emotions surrounding the class elections and Ellie's first crush in this illustrated, quirky series that's perfect for fans who love the Dork Diaries and the Treehouse Books.

"Reminiscent of Jeff Kinney's Diary of a Wimpy Kid. . . . Humorous and realistic." --SLJ on The Ellie McDoodle Diaries: New Kid in School

Review Quotes

"Reminiscent of Jeff Kinney's Diary of a Wimpy Kid." --School Library Journal on New Kid in School

"Part journal, part graphic novel, all fun (with echoes of Harriet the Spy), this is a clever account of a growing-up experience that is familiar to middle grade readers." --Kirkus Reviews on Have Pen, Will Travel

About the Author

RUTH MCNALLY BARSHAW has worked in advertising and illustrated cartoons for newspapers. She is the author of five previous books about Ellie McDoodle. She lives in Lansing, MI with her family.
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