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In this story, Amelia Bedelia is hired to manage the household, tackling chores from washing dishes to preparing dinner. Her literal interpretation of instructions creates a series of comical mishaps that illustrate the joy of playful miscommunication.
First publish date: October 1999
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Peggy Parish
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