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Start with Ellen Tebbits and continue through all 2 books in the listed reading order.
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Book 1 by Beverly Cleary • Published 1951
Third‑grader Ellen is hiding a terrible secret: she has to wear itchy woolen underwear. When she discovers that the new girl, Austine, has the same problem, the two become instant friends—until a misunderstanding thre...
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Ends with Otis Spofford
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Book 1:Ellen Tebbits
Beverly Cleary • 1951
Third‑grader Ellen is hiding a terrible secret: she has to wear itchy woolen underwear. When she discovers that the new girl, Austine, has the same problem, the two become instant friends—until a misunderstanding thre...
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Book 2:Otis Spofford
Beverly Cleary • 1953
Fourth‑grader Otis Spofford lives to stir up excitement, whether he’s shooting spitballs, meddling with class experiments, or pestering Ellen Tebbits. When one prank goes too far, he finally learns what it feels like...
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Ellen Otis FAQ
What is the best order to read the Ellen Otis series?
The recommended reading order is the numbered order shown on this page, starting with Ellen Tebbits.
How many books are in the Ellen Otis series?
There are 2 books currently listed in the Ellen Otis series on GurusReads.
Where should I start with the Ellen Otis series?
New readers should start with Ellen Tebbits, the first book in the reading order.
Is the Ellen Otis series complete?
Based on the publication years we have, the series appears likely complete and spans releases from 1951 to 1953.