Daddy Dearest

Next to Christmas and her birthday, her father’s payday was her favorite. His payday meant treats.”
… so what happens when payday becomes "D"-day? What happens when Dad is handed the dreaded pink slip? Sigh... there’s no escaping the headlines! Even for the Quimbies!!!

This Father’s Day, make it easy on everyone, especially Dad! Back track a little and let Ramona and Her Father help you sort out this whole economic mumbo jumbo. Step into the Quimby household down Klickitat Street: you’ll quickly realize, you’re not alone. You share the same fears and tears as anyone. Best of all, you'll find a friend in Ramona, her sister, Beezus, and a picky cat, named, you guessed it, Picky-picky (Meowry is just loving this!).

Written in 1977 by Beverly Cleary and a 1978 Newbery Honor awardee, Ramona and Her Father is a no-nonsense, comfort book. And in this current, economic scenario, this book begs to be read time and time again! Setbacks do happen, TudyGirls, but setbacks do pass. And when the going gets rough, attitude is everything! Listen, it’s never too early to prioritize. You're part of a team! Look around you, what can you do to help? What can you do to make it easy on yourself, Mom, and especially Dad?

Go ahead, make your own "must $ave" list. As you do, stock pick the right books. Add Ramona and Her Father to your portfolio. It’s a great “dre$$ 4 le$$” start. It’s a buy! It’s a hold! It’s a lifeline!

Happy Father's Day!