Ramona and Her FatherBeverly 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 caneven downsizing her Christmas list. But with bills

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