Books by This Author
Beezus and Ramona
By: Beverly Cleary
Age Level: 6-9
Having a four-year old sister like Ramona can be a real pain as 9-year old Beezus (aka Beatrice) knows all too well. Ramona likes to do things in her own often pesky, frequently funny, and always imaginative way. The movie version of the modern classic is due out in March 2010.
Dear Mr. Henshaw
A young boy, Leigh, begins writing letters to a famous author, Mr. Henshaw, revealing what's going on in his life — like his parents' divorce — as he gradually matures and finds his place in the world. Leigh's voice is plausible and poignant.
Emily's Runaway Imagination
Emily Bartlett lives in a farmhouse in a small Oregon town during a time when cars are still unusual and libraries are rare. When spring comes, Emily feels that something wonderful will happen — and it does! Without modern forms of entertainment, Emily makes her world come alive for young readers.
Henry Huggins
Henry Huggins is a regular kid who longs for some excitement in his otherwise normal – and he thinks boring life. When it arrives in the form of a scrawny dog he names Ribsy, the adventures and laughs begin!
Lucky Chuck
Chuck throws caution to the wind, along with safety rules, when he rides on his spiffy new red motorcycle. That is, until he's brought back to reality by a highway patrol officer! Lively, alliterative language and realistic illustrations combine for this funny cautionary tale.
Muggie Maggie
Maggie stubbornly refuses to learn cursive in third grade; those curves and connections between letters are silly (hence the Muggie!). With a little help from a perceptive teacher, however, Maggie is able to change her opinion without losing her dignity.
Otis Spofford
Otis Spofford likes to stir up a bit of excitement at home and in his third grade class; nothing awful, of course, just enough to keep things interesting. But he meets his match when he teases Ellen Tebbits and gets his comeuppance!
Ralph S. Mouse
By: Beverly Cleary
Age Level: 6-9
Ralph is a mouse who speaks human and lives at the Mountain View Inn run by Ryan’s family. The fun starts when Ralph’s motorcycle breaks and he convinces Ryan to take him to a mysterious place called school. Characters come to life through the lively narration.
Ramona and Her Father
By: Beverly Cleary
Age Level: 6-9
Ramona deals with her father's job loss, her mom's return to work, and the normal trials of second grade in her own unique and very funny fashion. Her campaign to get her father to stop smoking is both a humorous and a very Ramona way to show her love for him.
Ramona Quimby, Age 8
By: Beverly Cleary
Age Level: 6-9
Ramona is ready for the challenges of a new school — without her older sister. It's a year of change for the Quimby family and if everyone else can adjust, so can Ramona. The normal challenges of family life come alive here with verve and humor.
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