ELLRAY JAKES THE RECESS KING! REVIEWS:

“Warner’s writing is fun, descriptive, and current ... Every reader will relate to the situations and recess setting. Strong values are conveyed in this fun story.” Children’s Literature

“... this is a simple but charming tale, full of realistic dialogue and marked by the author’s genuine understanding of the elementary school set.”School Library Journal

ELLRAY SERIES REVIEWS: 

“A lively series... clever plotting... ingenious narration.” Publishers Weekly

“Warner is a dead-on observer of playground politics and has a great ear for dialogue.” School Library Journal

“Ideal for reluctant readers.” Booklist

“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 Reviews