“Ramona the Brave” by Beverly Cleary

In another installment in the series about Ramona Quimby, we find our little first grader in even more precarious situations than ever. “Ramona the Brave” will take you and your child through another school year in Ramona’s life, along with all of the wonderful things that await her. Before the school year begins, Mrs. Quimby has a surprise for Ramona and her older sister Beatrice — Beezus as the family calls her. Finally, after years of the sisters sharing the same room, the Quimbys are going to add another room onto the house. They will share it, Ramona sleeping in … Continue reading

“Ramona the Pest” by Beverly Cleary

Beverly Cleary shows her talent again in the first book completely about Ramona Quimby — “Ramona the Pest.” This book tells the story of Ramona’s trials and tribulations as she enters the world of kindergarten. From learning new things and having fun with show-and tell, Ramona will keep you and your child enthralled as you follow her through mischief and mishaps. On Ramona’s first day of kindergarten, her teacher seats everyone as they walk into the classroom. Miss Binney, Ramona’s kindergarten teacher directs her to a desk and says, “Sit here for the present.” Unfortunately, Ramona misunderstands that her teacher … Continue reading