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211
Novel • Fiction
Portland, Oregon • 1950s
1968
Middle grade
6-9 years
850L
Ramona the Pest by Beverly Cleary follows the spirited Ramona Quimby as she navigates her first days of kindergarten with her new teacher, Miss Binney. Ramona is excited, forms crushes, and finds herself in various comical misadventures, including hiding behind trash cans and getting stuck in mud. Despite her eagerness to please, Ramona struggles with classroom rules, particularly regarding Susan's tempting curls.
Humorous
Playful
Nostalgic
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In Ramona the Pest, Beverly Cleary skillfully captures early childhood with humor and authenticity, making it delightful for young readers and nostalgic for adults. Positive reviews praise its relatable characters and engaging narrative. However, some criticize the pacing as slow. Overall, it remains an endearing classic that resonates across generations.
Readers aged 7-9 who enjoy humorous, relatable stories about childhood will delight in Beverly Cleary's Ramona the Pest. Fans of Judy Blume's Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing and Megan McDonald's Judy Moody series will find Ramona Quimby's spirited adventures both entertaining and endearing.
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Beatrice “Beezus” Quimby
Ramona’s older sister who attends the same school, portrayed as sometimes unsupportive and annoyed by Ramona’s antics; she is friends with Henry Huggins.
Mrs. Quimby
Ramona’s patient yet stern mother, who consistently appears throughout the story and shows understanding and support for Ramona's growth and development.
Miss Binney
Ramona’s admired kindergarten teacher, whom she seeks to please, and plays a central role in Ramona's school experiences, particularly related to behavior and impulse control.
Howie Kemp
Ramona’s neighbor and classmate, characterized by his lack of excitement and maturity in certain situations, often clashing with Ramona’s energetic personality.
Henry Huggins
A traffic boy at Ramona’s school and a friend of Beezus, who is reluctant but helpful in rescuing Ramona from various minor predicaments.
211
Novel • Fiction
Portland, Oregon • 1950s
1968
Middle grade
6-9 years
850L
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