Amelia Bedelia 50th Anniversary Edition: Peggy Parish

Literal-minded and completely lovable, Amelia Bedelia has been confusing chores with comedy for fifty years. This 50th anniversary edition of Peggy Parish's classic brings back the housekeeper who takes every instruction exactly as stated, from dressing the chicken to drawing the drapes, with results that have made generations of readers laugh out loud. The ideal first chapter book for new readers and a wonderful way to introduce wordplay to the family. A beloved gift for kids, teachers, and anyone who has ever followed directions a little too well.