Ramona and Her Father

Beverly Cleary's Newbery Honor Book depicts an average middle-class family dealing with the realities of life. With the perfect mix of humor and warmth, Ramona Quimby shines as a spirited girl with her heart set on helping. Seven-year-old Ramona world is turned upside-down when her father unexpectedly loses his job. Things grow tense in the Quimby house, but Ramona resolves to help in any way she can—even downsizing her Christmas list. But with bills piling up and her parents constantly stressed, Ramona wonders if life will ever go back to normal.   The Father-Daughter Bond: When Ramona's dad loses his job, she makes it her mission to bring back his smile—with hilarious and often disastrous results. Navigating Family Changes: From squabbles with her older sister, Beezus, to dealing with stressed-out parents, Ramona learns to cope with a house full of tension in a way that is both funny and touching. A Newbery Honor Classic: Discover why generations of readers have fallen in love with this beloved, award-winning story about growing up and finding your place in the family. An Unforgettable Heroine: Seven-year-old Ramona Quimby proves that even when life gets tough, a big heart and a little bit of mischief can make all the difference.