35 pages • 1 hour read
Beverly ClearyRamona the Pest
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1968A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
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.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
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.
Who Should Read Ramona the Pest?
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.
RecommendedReading Age
6-9yearsLexile Level
850L