Book Series · 3 Books

Ralph Mouse Books

In order from The Mouse and the Motorcycle to Ralph S. Mouse.

The Ralph Mouse series is a set of 3 chapter books by Beverly Cleary, published between 1965 and 1982. Written for ages 7–12, most books run about 190 pages. Subjects across the series include motorcycles, new experiences, and human-animal relationships.

The Mouse and the Motorcycle
Runaway Ralph
Ralph S. Mouse
The Mouse and the Motorcycle
Runaway Ralph
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Mouse and the Motorcycle
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$958
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1965

The Mouse and the Motorcycle

By Beverly Cleary, Jacqueline Rogers (Illustrator)

A mouse befriends a young boy staying in a hotel and learns to ride his toy motorcycle, leading to a series of adventures and misadventures.

176 pages· 23,602 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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Summary: Ralph, a curious mouse, discovers a toy motorcycle at the Mountain View Inn. His first ride ends in disaster, but young guest Keith rescues him, sparking an unlikely friendship. As Ralph learns to ride, he faces challenges like dodging a terrier and keeping his new wheels safe from nosy cousins. With Keith's help, Ralph embarks on thrilling adventures, proving that once a mouse can ride a motorcycle, anything is possible. Will Ralph's daring spirit lead to more excitement or trouble? Discover the adventures that await in this timeless tale of friendship and courage.
In reading order

Ralph Mouse Series

3 books · Published 1965–1982

#1
#1 in Series
Sale price
$958

The Mouse and the Motorcycle

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1965

A mouse befriends a young boy staying in a hotel and learns to ride his toy motorcycle, leading to a series of adventures and misadventures.

#2
Sale price
$958

Runaway Ralph

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1970

A mouse on a motorcycle escapes home, facing wild dangers and unexpected friendships at summer camp.

#3

Ralph S. Mouse

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1982

A mouse's school adventure tests his cleverness in a maze.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Ralph Mouse series?

There are 3 books in the Ralph Mouse series. It began with The Mouse and the Motorcycle in 1965, and the newest book, Ralph S. Mouse, was published in 1982.

What order should you read the Ralph Mouse books in?

Start with The Mouse and the Motorcycle and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.

What ages are the Ralph Mouse books best for?

The series is best for ages 7–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Ralph Mouse book is the longest?

Runaway Ralph (Book #2) is the longest book in the series at 24,408 words (191 pages).

Which Ralph Mouse book is the shortest?

Ralph S. Mouse (Book #3) is the shortest at 18,963 words (192 pages).

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The people who bring Ralph Mouse to life.

01

Beverly Cleary

Author
02

Jacqueline Rogers

Illustrator

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