Amelia Bedelia and the Cat

Written by Herman Parish · Illustrated by Lynn Sweat

A literal-minded housekeeper must save her mischievous cat from trouble. Can she succeed?

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48 pages· 2,333 words· Est. 18 min read-aloud· 490L

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Bookroo's summary

Amelia Bedelia, the literal-minded housekeeper, finds herself in a whimsical adventure when her new feline friend, Tiger, gets into a sticky situation. As she navigates the quirks of language and unexpected challenges, Amelia must decide how far she'll go to rescue her beloved cat. Will her unique perspective be the key to saving Tiger? Join Amelia in this delightful tale where misunderstandings lead to laughter and heartwarming moments. Perfect for young readers ready to explore the joys of reading with a touch of humor and adventure.

From the publisher

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. Leave it to Amelia Bedelia to find a real cat on a day it’s raining cats and dogs. She names him Tiger, and in no time, the two are inseparable and as happy as clams. But then Tiger gets into trouble. Will Amelia Bedelia go out on a limb to save him? The cat’s out of the bag–this is an irresistible Amelia Bedelia adventure!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

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