Why people recommend it
Ramona the Pest by Beverly Cleary is a classic children's novel following the energetic and strong-willed Ramona Quimby as she navigates the trials and tribulations of starting kindergarten. The beloved middle-grade book received high praise on The Book Review podcast in October 2024 and July 2025. Satie Stein recommended the story on an episode dedicated to school reading, sharing that she and her family had just read it together for their child who was beginning kindergarten, and that he loved it. Similarly, Bruce Handy appeared on the podcast in July 2024 to discuss the joys of children's literature, declaring Cleary's work as his personal favorite middle-grade book. Handy described the novel as an amazing masterpiece, celebrating its enduring humor, heartfelt depiction of childhood anxiety and excitement, and the timeless relatability of its unforgettable protagonist. Both speakers underscored the book's vital place in early childhood education and literacy.
Who recommended it
- Satie Stein Recommended
- Bruce Handy Recommended
Satie Stein — 1 mention
“And we're starting kindergarten, so we just read Ramona the Pest to him and he loved it.”
Bruce Handy — 1 mention
“probably my favorite my favorite sort of middle-grade book would be Ramon of the past which I just to me is just an amazing Masterpiece”