Barbara Siebel Thomas

Jump in! Get ready for laughs with Amelia Bedelia! When Amelia Bedelia is put in charge of planning a surprise shower, you know things are going to get interesting. She loves to help, but she always takes everything literally. Imagine what happens when she’s asked to "draw the shades" or "ice the cake"! Why it pulls you in: You'll giggle and grin as Amelia Bedelia tries her best, but misunderstands every instruction in the funniest way possible. From bringing a garden hose to "shower" the guests to dressing a chicken in clothes, her silly mix-ups will have you laughing out loud. It's a joyful adventure where nothing goes as planned, but everything turns out wonderfully funny. About the book: This hilarious story is perfect for early readers who love a good laugh and enjoy seeing words used in unexpected ways. Join Amelia Bedelia for a party you won't forget!

Good work, Amelia Bedelia: Literal-minded Amelia Bedelia does household chores and gets dinner ready. Amelia Bedelia and the baby: Amelia Bedelia follows to the letter the list of instructions for looking after the Lanes' baby. Amelia Bedelia helps out: Amelia Bedelia shows her niece Effie Lou how to follow instructions exactly as they dust the potato bugs and sew seeds.

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An anthology of books by Peggy Parish.

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Humorous misadventures of the literal-minded housemaid, Amelia Bedelia.