Ramona meets lots of interesting people in kindergarten class, like Davy whom she keeps trying to kiss and Susan whose springy curls seem to ask to be pulled.

Ramona's year in third grade is highlighted by the arrival of Howie's rich uncle, a change in her afterschool situation, a surprise wedding, a death and a new arrival in the family, and her father's getting a job.

Newbery honor book: 1978.

Beezus' biggest problem was her 4-year-old sister Ramona. Even though Beezus knew sisters were supposed to love each other, with a sister like Ramona, it seemed impossible.