Come Back, Amelia Bedelia
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1971 · Est. 10 min read-aloud

Come Back, Amelia Bedelia

By Peggy Parish, Wallace Tripp (Illustrator)

Amelia Bedelia's literal interpretations lead to job chaos. Can she find her perfect fit?

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64 pages· 1,280 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
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Amelia Bedelia is on a quest for a new job after Mrs. Rogers reaches her limit. Her literal approach to tasks, like using a nail file on documents, leads to hilarious mishaps. As each job turns into a comedic disaster, will Amelia ever find a place where her unique skills are appreciated? Dive into her world of misunderstandings and see if she can finally find where she belongs.

From the publisher

In this vibrant edition, newly recolored by the original illustrator, Amelia Bedelia’s job search gets her into another ‘homonym hot seat because she does what she’s told’literally. For example, she gets a job as a file clerk, only she takes out a nail file and shreds the papers she’s supposed to file away! The comic convolutions are endless and endlessly enjoyable.’’The Baton Rouge Advocate Magazine.

At a glance
Format
Pages
64
Words
1,280
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
430L
Themes & topics
Books about jobs and careersBooks about hard workBooks about cookingBooks about jobsBooks about misunderstandings
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.1
F&P level
~L
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
7310
Publication
Published
May 25, 1995
First published
January 1, 1971
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780064442046

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