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Ramona and Her Father
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Ramona and Her Father

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Ramona and Her Father is a 1977 children's novel by Beverly Cleary. It is part of the Ramona Quimby series, which follows the life of a spirited young girl.

In this book, Ramona's father loses his job, creating financial strain for the family. Ramona grapples with the changes this brings, including her father's moodiness and the family's need to cut back on expenses. The story realistically portrays a child's understanding of adult problems and the emotional impact of economic hardship on a family. Cleary is known for her humorous yet sensitive depictions of everyday childhood experiences and challenges.12

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