beverly-cleary

Leigh Botts, a ten-year-old boy living in a small southwestern town, felt more alone than ever. His parents had recently divorced, his dad a cross-country truck driver who seemed to always be on the road, and his mom working multiple jobs to make ends meet. Leigh found solace in writing letters to his favorite author, Mr. Henshaw, expressing his thoughts, feelings, and stories.

As the summer sun painted the town of Klickitat Street golden, Ramona Quimby, a lively, scrappy second grader was planning her biggest picnic yet. Ramona's adventurous spirit was already well known in their neighborhood, her antics earning her the title 'Ramona the Pest.' This time, she was excited to prove that she could organize a fun, memorable event without any pest-like behaviour. Wearing her most favorite overalls and wide brimmed hat, she set off to the park, her picnic basket swinging in her small, determined hands.