Ralph Mouse Series

by Beverly Cleary

A charming trilogy following Ralph, a mouse who discovers he can ride a toy motorcycle, and his adventures at the Mountain View Inn and beyond. The books chronicle Ralph's friendship with boy Keith, his escapades at summer camp, and his journey to school, celebrating the thrill of freedom, the importance of responsible risk-taking, and cross-species friendship with Cleary's signature warmth.

Books in The Ralph Mouse series in order:

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1
The Mouse and the Motorcycle
Recommended For Ages
7
+

A young mouse named Ralph living in a rundown hotel discovers he can ride a toy motorcycle left behind by a boy named Keith, and the two become friends while navigating adventures and misunderstandings. A charming, imaginative story about cross-species friendship and the thrill of freedom. The first in the beloved Ralph series.

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2
Runaway Ralph
Recommended For Ages
7
+

Ralph runs away from home on his motorcycle seeking adventure, only to find himself trapped at a summer camp where he must rely on a young boy named Garf to help him escape. A funny, fast-paced sequel about the perils of running away and the value of home.

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3
Ralph S. Mouse
Recommended For Ages
7
+

Ralph rides his motorcycle to school with his friend Ryan and becomes involved in a classroom project, proving that a mouse can be just as smart as the students. The final book in the trilogy, warm and clever.