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In this witty children’s story, Amelia Bedelia’s famously literal mind is challenged during a driving lesson with Mr. Rogers. Her tendency to take every command at face value leads to a series of humorous mishaps, from misreading road signs to turning everyday driving tasks into bizarre, literal interpretations. The tale combines humor and a gentle lesson about how language and expectations can collide in everyday activities, making it an engaging read for young drivers and fans of Amelia Bedelia alike.
First publish date: May 1996
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Herman Parish
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