The further adventures of the Quimby family as Ramona enters the third grade.

The further adventures of the Quimby family as Ramona enters the third grade.

Ramona's job is to be nice to fussy Mrs. Kemp, who watches her while her mother works.

Ramona's job is to be nice to fussy Mrs. Kemp, who watches her while her mother works.

The further adventures of the Quimby family as Ramona enters the third grade.

FAMILY & HOME STORIES (CHILDREN'S / TEENAGE). To celebrate this timeless classic, Beverly Cleary s Ramona Quimby, Age 8 can now be enjoyed as a read-aloud edition. With large type and oversized trim, this version will encourage vocal participation whether at home, in school, or on one s own!Riding the school bus alone isn t the only new experience making third grade exciting for Ramona Quimby. From befriending a boy called Yard Ape to delivering her book report in the style of a television commercial, Ramona s enthusiasm for life is infectious and irresistible. That s not to say all is perfect. Mr. Quimby s return to college means that the whole family must pitch in to make ends meet. Having to go to the Kemps house after school is Ramona s own particular burden especially the chore of being nice to pesky little Willa Jean. When Ramona gets sick and throws up in class, she feels as though things can t get worse.

The further adventures of the Quimby family as Ramona enters the third grade.

Ramona the brave: Six-year-old Ramona tries to cope with an unsympathetic first-grade teacher. Ramona Quimby, age 8: The further adventures of the Quimby family as Ramona enters the third grade.