Ramona and Her Father (Ramona Quimby Book 4)

This Newbery Honor Book follows seven-year-old Ramona Quimby and her middle-class family as they face unexpected hardship. When Ramona's father loses his job, the household becomes tense with financial stress. Determined to help, Ramona attempts to contribute in various ways, including reducing her Christmas list, though her efforts often have humorous and unintended consequences. As bills accumulate and her parents grow increasingly worried, Ramona struggles with whether life will return to normal. She navigates family dynamics—including squabbles with her older sister, Beezus—while trying to ease her father's distress and bring back his smile. Through both funny and touching moments, Ramona learns to cope with the household tension and discovers her place within her family during a time of change.