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Amelia Bedelia and the Baby by Peggy Parish

Amelia Bedelia and the Baby

Peggy Parish

HarperCollins · Print & ebook · February 17, 2004

A Childrens pick for readers exploring Amelia Bedelia and the Baby.

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Who it’s for
Literal-minded mix-ups turn wordplay into gentle comedy for an early independent read.
Themes
Caring for a baby, Humor from literal misunderstandings
Genres
Funny Stories, New Baby Stories, Beginner Readers

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About this book

Learn to read with the classic Amelia Bedelia! Ever since Amelia Bedelia made her debut in 1963, young readers have been laughing out loud at the antics of this literal-minded but charming housekeeper. Amelia Bedelia says, "I don't know a thing about babies," so she has her hands full when she takes care of Mrs. Lane's baby. As usual, everyone’s favorite quirky housekeeper mixes things up, but she also wins the heart of her newest and youngest fan.

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This Level 2 I Can Read is perfect for kids who read on their own but still need a little help. "No child can resist Amelia [Bedelia] and her literal trips through the minefield of the English language—and no adult can fail to notice that she's usually right when she's wrong."—The New York Times Book Review

Words in a Tangle

Literal-minded mix-ups turn wordplay into gentle comedy for an early independent read.

Come here for

  • Wordplay built on taking everyday language literally
  • Gentle comedy from a charmingly mixed-up housekeeper

Expect

  • A Level 2 I Can Read for readers needing a little help
  • Baby-care mix-ups and a youngest new fan

Where it sits

New Baby Stories62%
Funny Stories60%
Beginner Readers40%

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Publisher categories

  • Baby Animals
  • Stories About Divorce
  • New Baby Stories
  • Stepfamily Stories
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  • Girls & Young Women
  • Funny Stories
  • School Stories
  • Beginner Readers
Authors
Peggy Parish
Publisher
HarperCollins
Published
February 17, 2004
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Caring for a baby · Humor from literal misunderstandings
Reading lane
Baby Animals