Peggy Parish was born and grew up in Manning, South Carolina. Before moving to New York City, she taught school in the Panhandle country and in coal-mining areas. Her first job in New York City was with the Girl Scouts, and she now teaches the third grade at the Dalton School in Manhattan. Miss Parish is the author of several other books for children, including the popular Let’s Be Indians.
Discover the hilariously quirky family of a literal-minded housekeeper.
A housekeeper's literal interpretations lead to hilarious chaos.
A literal-minded housekeeper's camping trip turns into a hilarious adventure.
A literal-minded housekeeper turns Christmas preparations into hilarious chaos.
Amelia Bedelia joins the Grizzlies, bringing her unique twist to baseball antics.
A literal-minded housekeeper turns a wedding shower into chaos.
A maid tackles chores with hilariously unexpected results.
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Chapter books
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Every title in the Bookroo library, ordered from newest to oldest.
Discover the hilariously quirky family of a literal-minded housekeeper.
A literal-minded housekeeper turns Christmas preparations into hilarious chaos.
A literal-minded housekeeper's camping trip turns into a hilarious adventure.
A literal-minded housekeeper babysits, leading to hilarious misunderstandings and unexpected charm.
A secret baby monster grows in the basement, causing chaos and laughter.
A literal-minded housekeeper's antics turn a simple task into chaos.
A mix-up turns Amelia Bedelia into a teacher, causing classroom chaos.
A maid tackles chores with hilariously unexpected results.
Discover dinosaurs and learn their names in this engaging early reader.
Amelia Bedelia joins the Grizzlies, bringing her unique twist to baseball antics.
Amelia Bedelia's literal interpretations lead to job chaos. Can she find her perfect fit?
A literal-minded housekeeper turns a wedding shower into chaos.
A literal-minded housekeeper's antics turn chores into chaos.
A housekeeper's literal interpretations lead to hilarious chaos.
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The authors and illustrators who share the credits across Peggy Parish's books.
