Book Series · 3 Books

Ellie Books

In order from Ellie to Ellie Makes a Friend.

The Ellie series is a set of 3 picture books by Mike Wu, published between 2015 and 2020. Written for ages 3–6, most books run about 40 pages. Subjects across the series include art, the zoo, and elephants.

Ellie

Ellie in Concert

Ellie Makes a Friend

Ellie

Ellie Makes a Friend

Ellie

Ellie in Concert

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Ellie

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$1597

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2015

Ellie

A baby elephant's art may save the zoo from closing.

40 pages· 350 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

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Summary: Ellie, a baby elephant, faces the closure of her beloved zoo home. While her animal friends scramble to help, Ellie discovers a hidden talent with a brush and paints. As she splashes vibrant colors across the zoo, the question remains: can her newfound artistic gift be the key to keeping the gates open? Dive into Ellie's colorful journey and find out if creativity can truly save the day.

In reading order

Ellie Series

3 books · Published 2015–2020

#1

Ellie

Sale price

$1597

Ellie

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2015

A baby elephant's art may save the zoo from closing.

Ellie in Concert

Sale price

$1699

Ellie in Concert

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2017

Can Ellie transform zoo chaos into harmony to help a sleepless giraffe?

#3

Ellie Makes a Friend

Sale price

$1597

Ellie Makes a Friend

Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2020

An elephant questions her talent when a new panda artist arrives.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Ellie series?

There are 3 books in the Ellie series. It began with Ellie in 2015, and the newest book, Ellie Makes a Friend, was published in 2020.

What order should you read the Ellie books in?

Start with Ellie and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.

What ages are the Ellie books best for?

The series is best for ages 3–6, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Ellie to life.

Mike Wu

Author & Illustrator

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