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!

The Rogers household is in a total panic because Great-Aunt Myra is coming for a visit. She is very strict, and everything must be absolutely perfect for her arrival. Amelia Bedelia is eager to help prepare the house, but as usual, her literal thinking turns every simple chore into a hilarious disaster. When she is told to strip the beds, she tears the sheets into long strips of fabric. When instructed to make a jelly roll, she literally rolls a jar of jelly across the kitchen floor. You will giggle at her crazy mix-ups as the house descends into total chaos just before the important guest arrives. Just when it seems like the visit is completely ruined, Amelia Bedelia's amazing baking skills might just save the day. Join the lovable housekeeper for another funny adventure where good intentions and delicious treats smooth over even the most ridiculous mistakes.

Dive into three hilarious adventures packed into one wonderful collection featuring everyone's favorite literal-minded housekeeper. Whenever Amelia Bedelia is handed a list of instructions, you can guarantee that nothing will go exactly as planned. In this treasury, you will follow along as she attempts to finish household chores and cook dinner, leading to spectacular messes. You will also see what happens when she is tasked with looking after the Lanes' baby, applying her famously exact obedience to the strict babysitting instructions. Finally, watch the laughs multiply when she brings her niece Effie Lou along to help out, teaching the younger girl exactly how to dust potato bugs and sew garden seeds. This delightful book brings together her funniest mix-ups, showcasing the clever wordplay that makes her stories timeless. You will be laughing constantly as she turns ordinary daily tasks into unbelievably silly situations, proving that hard work can be incredibly funny.

Meet Amelia Bedelia, the most lovable and literal-minded housekeeper you will ever encounter! It is her very first day working for the Rogers family, and she wants to make sure she follows their list of chores perfectly. But when the instructions tell her to "dress the chicken" and "trim the steak," Amelia Bedelia knows exactly what to do—out come the fancy ribbons, tiny clothes, and delicate lace! From dusting the furniture with actual dusting powder to drawing the drapes on a piece of paper, her hilarious misunderstandings turn the entire household upside down. Just when Mr. and Mrs. Rogers are ready to lose their patience, Amelia Bedelia serves up a surprise that might just save her job. Discover the classic, laugh-out-loud story that has kept readers giggling for generations. Get ready to fall in love with Amelia Bedelia's uniquely funny way of looking at the world!