Teacher Troubles for Jelly Eli Z.Is Jelly Eli in trouble? Eli Zipperbaum, better known as Jelly Eli Z., is a great kid, but he doesnt always pay attention in class. He would rather daydream and eat his jelly beans while Mr. Moscowitz discusses how many children George Washington had. But then something strange happens that does grab Jelly Elis full attention. It starts with his teacher staring at him, during class. Then the principal peeks through the window and stares at him, too.