Books with author Herman Parish

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. The doctor is out! But Amelia Bedelia is ready to help a crowd of grouchy patients. Along the way she doses out some of the best medicine of all -- laughter, of course!"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

Level 1: BEGINNING READING Short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts for children eager to read on their own. This level is just right for readers who are beginning to sound out words and sentences. Books on this level, Amelia Bedelia, are written with simple sentences using familiar words. The vocabulary is just challenging enough to stay interesting. Level 2: READING WITH HELP Engaging stories, longer sentences, and language play for developing readers who still need some help. Level 2 is for readers who are increasingly confident, but still need some help. Books at this level, Amelia Bedelia titles include more complex story lines, longer sentences, and more challenging words.

It all starts when Amelia Bedelia frosts the pancakes -- with chocolate frosting. Then, before you can say "irrepressible," Amelia Bedelia is running for the mayor's office. Literally. "A vote for me is a vote for the future," says her opponent. "A vote for me is a vote for Amelia Bedelia," says our heroine. But when you cast a vote, do you catch a fish? Amelia Bedelia's many fans will be rolling in the aisles as this Election Day comedy unfolds with one funny wordplay after another. Perfect for fall! Will be embraced by all! Not one reader left sitting on the fence! And those are not campaign promises!