This makes me very sad. While she will probably be more remembered for the Ramona and Henry books (and don't get me wrong, those are fun, and if I had kids I'd

This makes me very sad. While she will probably be more remembered for the Ramona and Henry books (and don't get me wrong, those are fun, and if I had kids I'd probably try and get them to read them), a favorite of mine (even to this day) is "Dear Mr Henshaw". I think it holds a special place in my heart because it was one of the first books that I read where I understood the themes, and they are good themes. Understanding that the world will be unfair, and that there's not a lot that you can do about that, but also understanding that that shouldn't subtract from the good and beautiful things is a genuinely good, clever theme for any age, but especially for a book meant for children. RIP Mrs. Cleary. Your books are provided the source for nearly all my book reports from grades 2-5, and you will sincerely be missed.