Parish, Herman

Amelia Bedelia's request for a sibling takes her parents by surprise, but she is soon distracted by the possibility of finding the perfect puppy, instead.

Young Amelia Bedelia manages to make a friend in spite of the fact that she is often confused.

Literal-minded even as a child, Amelia Bedelia muddles through Valentine's Day with her heart on her sleeve, trying to make sense of strange greetings at school and home, and ever on the look-out for the arrows of Cupid.

Amelia Bedelia has a wonderful time at her first slumber party.

Amelia Bedelia goes with her class to visit a farm, where her literal-mindedness causes confusion along with some laughs.

Amelia Bedelia, a literal-minded first-grader, finds her first day of school filled with confusing adventures--much to her delight.

While visiting her grandparents, literal-minded Amelia Bedelia finally learns, despite some mishaps, how to bake an apple pie.

"Amelia Bedelia gets ready to smile for the camera on school picture day"--Provided by publisher.

Amelia Bedelia has a wonderful time at her first slumber party.

Young Amelia Bedelia manages to make a friend in spite of the fact that she is often confused.