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Ramona and Her Father Audiobook
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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.
This beloved Ramona book is as relatable and resonant today as it was when it was written. Boys and girls ages 6-12 will relate to Ramona's funny but real struggles.
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"I love this story. I thought it was so funny when Ramona posted up a bunch of posters to make her dad stop smoking. I liked more when he started paying attention and started doing fatherly things with Ramona. These stories never fail to amuse me. "
— Brittany (5 out of 5 stars)
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“Once again, Beverly Cleary proves her own mettle in this touching and hilarious Newbery Honor Book…Cleary’s instinct for children’s jumbled emotions is flawless.”
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“Channing makes this series new for another generation of listeners.”
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“True, warm-hearted, and funny.”
— Booklist
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A 1978 Newbery Honor Book
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An ALA Notable Book
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A School Library Journal Best Book
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A 1978 Boston Globe-Horn Book Award Honor Book
Ramona and Her Father Listener Reviews
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" I thought this book is wonderful, just like the rest of them. "
— Meghan, 5/3/2011 -
" Adorable. This seems to be the book where most/many of the stories used in the movie comes from. I love Cleary's simple style -- it's relatable, entertaining, and perfect for kids. "
— HRH, 4/1/2011 -
" We read this one to Archer when he was in Kindergarten and although he liked it, I think he would like it more now that he is older. "
— Caitlin, 3/21/2011 -
" It is reaaly good:D [who doesn't LUV Ramona series] "
— Sofia, 3/17/2011 -
" I read this with the kids and they loved Ramona's mishaps. It was a good read aloud book and at their ages it was a good one to discuss together (smoking, choices etc). "
— Rachel, 1/26/2011
About Beverly Cleary
Beverly Cleary (1916–2021) was an American author of highly acclaimed fiction for children and young adults, including the Henry Huggins series, Ramon Quimby series, stand-alone novels, picture books, and two memoirs. Some of her many awards include the Newbery Medal, the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award, and the National Medal of Arts. She was born in McMinnville, Oregon, and lived on a farm in Yamhill, a town so small it had no library. Her mother arranged to have books sent to their tiny town from the state library and acted as a librarian in a room over a bank. It was there that she learned to love books. Generations of children have grown up with Ramona Quimby, Henry Huggins, Ralph Mouse, and all of their friends, families, and assorted pets. Her books continue to capture the hearts and imaginations of children of all ages throughout the world.