Runaway Ralph

Newbery Medal-winning author Beverly Cleary ramps up the humor and adventure in the second book in the Ralph S. Mouse trilogy.

With a motorcycle to rev and the open road to see, Ralph S. Mouse is itching to run away from his overprotective family! But once he escapes to a summer campground nearby, the horrors of the wild make him doubt his plan. Angry cats, scary watchdogs, and grouchy gophers are only the half of it...

But then he befriends Garf, a sad and friendless boy at the camp. Though he wants desperately to be back home with his relatives, Ralph realizes that he may need to help Garf before he can help himself.

Runaway Ralph is perfect for independent reading or for shared reading at home or in a classroom. This fun story is the second of a trilogy, along with The Mouse and the Motorcycle and Ralph S. Mouse, all inspired by the author's hope to create appealing books for boys and girls-and by the sight of her son playing with toy cars.

Readers have loved this classic story for generations for its perfect mix of:

• Talking Mouse on a Motorcycle: Small mouse, big personality! Ralph S. Mouse is a hero who rides his very own miniature motorcycle right into an unforgettable adventure.
• A Summer Camp Setting: From the dusty halls of the Mountain View Inn to the wild outdoors of Happy Acres Camp, Ralph discovers that freedom comes with new friends and new dangers, like grumpy gophers and a sneaky cat.
• Heartwarming Story of Friendship: When Ralph meets Garf, a lonely boy who needs a friend, he learns that sometimes the bravest thing you can do is help someone else.
• Perfect for Read-Alouds: A favorite for generations, this funny and fast-paced story is ideal for family reading time or for young readers ready for classic chapter books.