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Go to My LibraryRamona la peste
- Language
- French
- Published in
- Publisher
- Ecole des loisirs
- Pages
- 216
- ISBN
- 9782211017220
Subjects
Original edition details
Other editions (44)
Ramona the Pest CD (Ramona, 2)
2010 • HarperFestival
English
Ramona the Pest (Spanish edition) Ramona la chinche
1996 • HarperCollins
Spanish
Ramona the Pest
1986 • Macmillan Education
English
Ramona the Pest
1979 • Perfection Learning Corporation
English
Ramona La Chinche (Ramona the Pest)
1996 • Turtleback Books
English
Other editions

Ramona the Pest CD (Ramona, 2)
2010 • HarperFestival
English

Ramona the Pest (Spanish edition) Ramona la chinche
1996 • HarperCollins
Spanish

Ramona the Pest
1986 • Macmillan Education
English

Ramona the Pest
1979 • Perfection Learning Corporation
English

Ramona La Chinche (Ramona the Pest)
1996 • Turtleback Books
English

Ramona La Chinche (Ramona The Pest) (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition) (Spanish Edition)
2006 • Turtleback Books
Spanish

Ramona the Pest
2009 • Harper Collins
English

Ramona the Pest
1968 • W. Morrow
English

Ramona the Pest
1974 • Hamilton
English

Ramona the Pest
2000 • Oxford University Press
English

Ramona the Pest
2003 • Listening Library (Audio)
English

Ramona the Pest
1990 • Listening Library
English

Ramona the Pest
1976 • Scholastic Paperbacks
English

Ramona la Chinche / Ramona the Pest (Spanish Edition)
1996 • Demco Media
Spanish

Ramona the Pest
2008 • HarperCollins Publishers
English

Ramona the Pest
2008 • HarperCollins Publishers
English

Ramona the Pest
2008 • HarperCollins Publishers
English

Ramona the Pest
1990 • Cornerstone Books
English

Ramona the Pest
1968 • Turtleback
English

Ramona the Pest
2000 • Listening Library
English

Ramona The Pest
2006 • Scholastic
English

Ramona the Pest
2008 • HarperCollins e-books
English

Ramona the Pest
1992 • Avon Books
Mongolian

Ramona the Pest
2008 • HarperCollins Publishers
English

Ramona the Pest
2008 • HarperCollins Publishers
English

Ramona the Pest
1968 • W. Morrow
English

Ramona the Pest
1968 • Harper Collins
English

Ramona the Pest
1992 • HarperCollins
English

Ramona the Pest
1968 • HarperCollins
English

Ramona the Pest
1999 • Scholastic
English

Ramona the Pest
2006 • Listening Library
English

Ramona the Pest
1988 • Random House Publishing Group
English

Ramona la chinche Ramona the Pest (Spanish edition)
2013 • HarperCollins
Spanish

Ramona the Pest
2013 • Turtleback
English

Ramona the Pest
1990 • Windrush
English

Ramona the Pest
1968 • Random House Children's Books
English

Ramona la Chinche / Ramona the Pest
2008 • Rayo
Spanish

Ramona the Pest (Spanish edition) Ramona la chinche
1984 • HarperCollins
Spanish

Ramona the Pest
2013 • HarperCollins Publishers
English

Ramona La Peste
2002 • Turtleback Books
English

Ramona the Pest
2020 • Bound to Stay Bound Books
English

Ramona the Pest
2000 • Listening Library
English

Ramona la Chinche (Ramona the Pest)
1984 • Rayo
Spanish

Ramona the Pest
1992 • FollettBound
English
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The book is widely celebrated for its authentic and charming portrayal of a spirited kindergartener, capturing the essence of a typical five-year-old's imagination and perspective. Reviewers consistently praise Beverly Cleary's unique ability to write from a child's point of view, making Ramona a timeless and relatable character for both young readers and adults recalling their own childhoods. Many found the story amusing, funny, and full of delightful moments that elicited giggles and laughter. The narrative is often described as touching and heartwarming, allowing readers to deeply identify with Ramona's joys, frustrations, and the feeling of being misunderstood. The book's enduring appeal is highlighted, with many noting how well it holds up over time, and audio versions are commended for their excellent narration.
Despite widespread affection, some reviewers express reservations regarding Ramona's behavior. Concerns are raised about her being overly rambunctious, at times appearing annoyingly self-centered, and not always accepting responsibility for her actions. Several readers specifically point out instances where Ramona's temper tantrums or "noisy fuss" seem to consistently get her way, leading to questions about whether the book inadvertently reinforces undesirable behavior in children. Additionally, some of Ramona's interactions with peers, such as persistent teasing or chasing, are noted as problematic when viewed through contemporary lenses, with some reviewers finding her actions to lack impulse control or even be immature for her age. While generally considered minor, a few cultural and gender norms present in the book are also mentioned as slightly dated.
Overall, Ramona the Pest is largely considered a beloved classic that continues to resonate across generations. Its insightful depiction of a child's inner world, combined with its humor and heart, makes it highly recommended for young readers transitioning from picture books to chapter books, typically around ages five to eight. It is also cherished by adults who enjoy revisiting childhood stories or sharing them with their own children, appreciating Cleary's genius in portraying universal childhood experiences. This book is ideal for readers who delight in stories about spirited, often misunderstood protagonists navigating the everyday challenges and discoveries of growing up, and who appreciate a narrative rich with genuine emotion and keen observations of child psychology.
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