Ramona Forever
Author: Beverly Cleary
Illustrator: Alan Tiegreen
Book 7 in the Ramona Quimby series
Pages: 208
Published: 1984
Age: 8+
Life can move pretty fast—especially when you're in the third grade, your teenage sister's moods drive you crazy, and your mom has a suspicious secret she just won't share. Plus, Mr. Quimby's new job offer could have the entire family relocating. These big family changes are a lot to handle for Ramona. But whatever trial comes her way, Ramona can count on one thing for sure—she'll always be Ramona…forever!
What happens when everything in your world seems to be changing at once?
- A New Baby: Ramona’s mom has a secret, and it means the Quimby family is getting a little bigger.
- Sibling Stories: One minute, teenage Beezus is driving Ramona crazy, and the next, they’re facing big challenges together.
- Becoming a Middle Child: With a new baby on the way, Ramona wonders if there will still be a special place for a wonderful, blunderful middle kid like her.
- A Feel-Good Classic: For generations, readers have loved this funny and heartwarming story about navigating the ups and downs of family life from Newbery Medal winner Beverly Cleary.
Iowa Children's Choice Award (1987)
About the Ramona Quimby Series
Books in series order
- 1.Beezus and Ramona(1955)
- 2.Ramona the Pest(1967)
- 3.Ramona the Brave(1974)
- 4.Ramona and Her Father(1977)
- 5.Ramona and Her Mother(1979)
- 6.Ramona Quimby, Age 8(1981)
- 7.Ramona Forever(1984)
- 8.Ramona's World(1999)
Reading age: 6+ years
The Ramona Quimby series follows the lively, imaginative, and sometimes exasperating Ramona as she grows from an energetic preschooler into a more thoughtful elementary school student.
Ramona approaches everyday life with strong opinions, big feelings, and a determination to be understood. Whether she is dealing with school, friendships, family changes, money worries, or her relationship with her older sister Beezus, her good intentions often lead to unexpected trouble. Beverly Cleary’s warm, humorous stories capture the frustrations, embarrassments, and small triumphs of childhood with honesty and affection. The trials and triumphs of growing up are depicted through a relatable heroine who isn't afraid to be exactly who she is.
Funny, reassuring, and sharply observed, the series remains especially appealing to readers who enjoy realistic family stories and characters who do not always get things right. These books continue to make young readers laugh in recognition and pleasure. They're perfect for independent and shared reading, at home or in the classroom.