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Peggy Parish

    July 14, 1927 – November 19, 1988

    Peggy Parish created the beloved Amelia Bedelia series, known for its playful exploration of literal interpretations of idioms and phrases. Her unique narrative approach generated delightful humor and introduced young readers to the nuances of language. Parish's distinctive voice and clever use of wordplay continue to charm audiences, making her work a staple in children's literature.

    Amelia Bedelia and the Baby
    Amelia Bedelia and the Surprise Shower
    The Adventures of Amelia Bedelia
    Merry Christmas, Amelia Bedelia
    Amelia Bedelia 5-Book I Can Read Box Set #1: Amelia Bedelia Hit the Books
    Amelia Bedelia 50th Anniversary Library: Amelia Bedelia, Amelia Bedelia and the Surprise Shower, and Play Ball, Amelia Bedelia
    • 2022

      The classic Little Golden Book from 1961 about an adorable, curious raccoon is back in print—a delightful read-aloud for children and a stroll down memory lane for adult fans of the original. Mother Raccoon is so proud to take her three adorable babies out for their first walk. They roll in the grass, meet Mr. Woodchuck, and head back to their home in the tree. But where is the littlest raccoon? Young boys and girls will enjoy this classic story about a curious little raccoon, from the author of the Amelia Bedelia series. Originally published in 1961, this classic Little Golden Book features beautiful, colorful illustrations.

      Littlest Raccoon
    • 2016
    • 2012

      Learn to read with America’s favorite mixed-up housekeeper, Amelia Bedelia! The Amelia Bedelia books have sold more than 35 million copies since Amelia Bedelia was first published more than fifty years ago. This box set includes three of the most popular and bestselling Amelia Bedelia Level 2 I Can Read stories: Amelia Bedelia, Amelia Bedelia and the Surprise Shower, and Play Ball, Amelia Bedelia.Amelia Bedelia is all boxed up—literally! The Amelia Bedelia books are great for growing the vocabularies of beginning readers and making learning to read fun. A great gift and a wonderful way to introduce beginning readers to a favorite character!

      Amelia Bedelia 50th Anniversary Library: Amelia Bedelia, Amelia Bedelia and the Surprise Shower, and Play Ball, Amelia Bedelia
    • 2008

      No More Monsters for Me!

      • 64 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      Minneapolis Simpkin is not allowed to have a pet, so she finds the most unusual replacement

      No More Monsters for Me!
    • 2007

      Amelia Bedelia and the Surprise Shower

      • 64 pages
      • 3 hours of reading
      4.3(16079)Add rating

      Housemaid Amelia Bedelia smilingly obeys to the letter. Cousin Acolcu helps prune hedges and prepare shower for Miss Alma at ladies' Tuesday afternoon sewing. Mr Rogers says scale and ice his fish. Mrs Rogers says cut flowers, run over tablecloth. Acolcu and Amelia with purse and hat, don swimsuits and find garden hose. Can chocolate frosted cupcakes save this day?

      Amelia Bedelia and the Surprise Shower
    • 2005
    • 2004

      Amelia Bedelia and the Baby

      • 64 pages
      • 3 hours of reading
      4.2(2992)Add rating

      Taking care of baby Amelia Bedelia has her hands full when she takes care of Mrs. Lane's baby. As usual, the literal-minded housekeeper mixes things up, but she also wins the heart of her newest and youngest fan.

      Amelia Bedelia and the Baby
    • 2003

      Amelia Bedelia

      • 63 pages
      • 3 hours of reading
      4.2(89866)Add rating

      Amelia Bedelia, the housekeeper with a literal mind, merrily upsets the household when she "dresses" the chicken and "trims" the steak with ribbons and lace.

      Amelia Bedelia
    • 2002

      Merry Christmas, Amelia Bedelia

      • 64 pages
      • 3 hours of reading
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      On Christmas Eve, Amelia Bedelia has to get the Rogers house ready for a visit from Aunt Myra. But as usual, Amelia takes directions literally and turns the house upside down delicious. Cake has lots of dates. Six cups popcorn for balls, and more for tree. Greet her with carols. Trim tree. String lights. Put a big star on top of the tree.

      Merry Christmas, Amelia Bedelia
    • 1995

      Come Back Amelia Bedelia

      • 64 pages
      • 3 hours of reading
      3.9(93)Add rating

      Amelia Bedelia must look for a new job -- Mrs. Rogers has finally had enough. But for poor Amelia Bedelia, each new job is a bigger mess than the last. Can she ever find a place to belong?

      Come Back Amelia Bedelia