Ella Diaries #2: Ballet Backflip

Ella Diaries #2: Ballet Backflip follows Ella, a spirited Year 5 student who loves ballet and dreams of the lead role in the school recital. When a school-wide gymnastics craze sparked by the popular Peach threatens to upstage her dancer’s dream, Ella faces a choice between pursuing her love of dance and fitting in with the crowd. This contemporary middle-grade story is perfect for readers ages 9–12 who enjoy friendship, personal growth, and stories about staying true to yourself, told with warmth, humor, and heart. In Ella Diaries #2: Ballet Backflip, the diary-style narration pulls readers close to Ella’s world as she navigates friendship with her best friend Zoe, the pull of new experiences, and the pressure to conform when trends take over the classroom. The book moves at a gentle, engaging pace, balancing rehearsals and reflections in a way that feels honest and accessible. Through Ella’s choices, readers witness how courage and authenticity can coexist with new adventures, and how staying true to who you are can help you grow, even when it’s not easy. Key content elements: dance dreams, ballet love, gymnastics trend, friendship with Zoe, peer pressure, personal growth Interactive or standout features: diary-style storytelling, warm voice, relatable school-life moments Learning outcomes or experiences: resilience, self-discovery, balancing passion with social pressures Writing or illustration style: approachable, heartwarming, character-driven After finishing Ella Diaries #2: Ballet Backflip, readers come away inspired to pursue their passions with honesty, to value loyal friendships, and to approach new experiences with confidence. The book leaves a hopeful impression about growing up—learning to balance dreams with authenticity while celebrating who you are inside.