The World of Beverly Cleary

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The World of Beverly Cleary
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Beverly Cleary

• Was born in Oregon
• Had a hard time learning to read
• Helped start a small library in her town
• Married and had twins
• Won many awards for her childrens books

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Bev just celebrated her 87th birthday!!!
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Bevs Masterpieces

• Ellen Tebbits
• Muggie Maggie
• Otis Spofford
• Henry and Ribsy
• Ramona the Pest
• Socks
• Emilys Runaway Imagination

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Why does Bev have so many fans?

• Her books are fun for people of all ages!
• Her characters are hilarious
• The stories are exciting
• Shes cool!

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So what are we waiting for?

• Lets start reading!!!!!

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Questions for YOU

Why do you think Ellen is in such a hurry?
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• Why does Ellen not
• have a pet?

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• Why does Ellen want to get to dance class before
  anyone else?

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• What is a costume?

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Why do you think Austine keeps talking about
California?
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• Why does Austine become so sad?

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• Why does Ellen want to keep her long underwear
• a secret?

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• What does
• Ellen was limp with relief
• mean?

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• What is the bulge around Ellens middle?

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Much thanks to

• www.beverlycleary.com for the information and
  graphics