Ever since Amelia Bedelia showed up for her first day of work in 1963, young readers have been giggling over the antics of this charmingly literal-minded housekeeper. When Mr. and Mrs. Rogers ask Amelia to draw the drapes and dress the chicken, Amelia Bedelia follows every instruction exactly as written, with results that are wholly wrong and absolutely perfect. This 50th anniversary edition restores the original text, page design, cover, and palette of the first edition, illustrated by Fritz Siebel, and includes eight bonus pages of archival photographs, sketches, and anecdotes about the creation of one of America's most beloved characters. An I Can Read Level 2 book ideal for kids who are just becoming independent readers.

• 40 pages
• 11" x 8"
• Ages 4+