About the book
Newbery Medal-winning author Beverly Cleary gives Henry's dog, Ribsy, center stage in this dog's eye view of the adventure of a lifetime. This classic story about a dog and his boy is as fresh and funny as ever!
Good ol' Ribsy's ever-curious mind has always gotten him into trouble, but this time he may have gone too far. After a comical turn of events, Ribsy finds himself in the wrong station wagon with the wrong children.
Ribsy will do anything to find Henry, but there's plenty of excitement to be had along the way—and scoring a touchdown for a local high school team is only part of the fun!
For kids looking for a fast, funny dog story, Ribsy is a winner. This timeless favorite works well for independent reading.
Can one lost dog navigate a bubble bath, a football game, and a high-rise fire escape to find his way home?
- A Dog’s Point of View: See the world through the eyes of Ribsy, a loyal dog who just wants to find his boy, Henry.
- A Classic Lost Dog Journey: From a sudsy bubble bath with the wrong family to scoring the winning touchdown at a high school football game, Ribsy’s trip is full of surprises.
- A Heartwarming Story: A timeless tale about the powerful bond between a boy and his dog that has delighted readers for generations.
- Funny & Fast-Paced: With short chapters and plenty of humor, this Beverly Cleary classic is an ideal chapter book for young readers.
Editions of Ribsy
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780380709557
- EBook
- ISBN 9780061972386
Read an Excerpt
Newbery Medal-winning author Beverly Cleary gives Henry's dog, Ribsy, center stage in this dog's eye view of the adventure of a lifetime. This classic story about a dog and his boy is as fresh and funny as ever!
Good ol' Ribsy's ever-curious mind has always gotten him into trouble, but this time he may have gone too far. After a comical turn of events, Ribsy finds himself in the wrong station wagon with the wrong children.
Ribsy will do anything to find Henry, but there's plenty of excitement to be had along the way—and scoring a touchdown for a local high school team is only part of the fun!
For kids looking for a fast, funny dog story, Ribsy is a winner. This timeless favorite works well for independent reading.
Can one lost dog navigate a bubble bath, a football game, and a high-rise fire escape to find his way home?
- A Dog’s Point of View: See the world through the eyes of Ribsy, a loyal dog who just wants to find his boy, Henry.
- A Classic Lost Dog Journey: From a sudsy bubble bath with the wrong family to scoring the winning touchdown at a high school football game, Ribsy’s trip is full of surprises.
- A Heartwarming Story: A timeless tale about the powerful bond between a boy and his dog that has delighted readers for generations.
- Funny & Fast-Paced: With short chapters and plenty of humor, this Beverly Cleary classic is an ideal chapter book for young readers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ribsy about?
Newbery Medal-winning author Beverly Cleary gives Henry's dog, Ribsy, center stage in this dog's eye view of the adventure of a lifetime. This classic story about a dog and his boy is as fresh and funny as ever!
Good ol' Ribsy's ever-curious mind has always gotten him into trouble, but this time he may have gone too far. After a comical turn of events, Ribsy finds himself in the wrong station wagon with the wrong children.
Ribsy will do anything to find Henry, but there's plenty of excitement to be had along the way—and scoring a touchdown for a local high school team is only part of the fun!
For kids looking for a fast, funny dog story, Ribsy is a winner. This timeless favorite works well for independent reading.
Can one lost dog navigate a bubble bath, a football game, and a high-rise fire escape to find his way home?
- A Dog’s Point of View: See the world through the eyes of Ribsy, a loyal dog who just wants to find his boy, Henry.
- A Classic Lost Dog Journey: From a sudsy bubble bath with the wrong family to scoring the winning touchdown at a high school football game, Ribsy’s trip is full of surprises.
- A Heartwarming Story: A timeless tale about the powerful bond between a boy and his dog that has delighted readers for generations.
- Funny & Fast-Paced: With short chapters and plenty of humor, this Beverly Cleary classic is an ideal chapter book for young readers.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Ribsy?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: General interest > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Work, politics and society
Where can I read a sample of Ribsy?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780380709557
Is Ribsy part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Henry Huggins
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Ribsy?
Beverly Cleary
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Ribsy is available as paperback(ISBN 9780380709557) and ebook(ISBN 9780061972386)
Where can I buy Ribsy online or support local independent bookshops?
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