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1) I was until junior high when my family moved, and I went from a school where trying hard and doing well were cool to a school where doing those things got you targeted by bullies. So I hid out for a few years, then when we moved again in high school to another high-caliber school district, it took me a while to rebuild my skills. I still did decently through high school and college.
2) A classic.
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I have read 60 of these. I would have done better if I or my kids had been into the Moomins (so many Moomins on this list!), but I had nearly a clean sweep of the third page. Faves: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Winnie-the-Pooh (Milne only...accept no substitutes!), and From the Mixed Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler.

The list is missing Beverly Cleary, which is a travesty.

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“I am not a pest,“ Ramona Quimby told her big sister Beezus. “I'm just trying to grow up.“

Ramona Quimby, Age 8 by Beverly Cleary follows the spirited Ramona as she navigates third grade and the challenges of growing up. From school mishaps to family struggles, Ramona faces it all with determination, creativity, and a bit of mischief. This heartwarming story captures the joys and trials of childhood, offering timeless lessons about family, responsibility, and staying true to yourself.

This is a delightful and timeless story about the challenges of growing up. Ramona faces new responsibilities, like riding the school bus alone and being good for her babysitter, while dealing with her parents‘ busy schedules. With her spirited personality, Ramona‘s adventures are both relatable and funny. I found this book to be a fun read with a great storyline, perfect for kids who enjoy heartwarming and humorous tales.

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“I am not a pest,“ Ramona Quimby told her big sister Beezus. “I'm just trying to grow up.“