Amelia Bedelia Gets the Picture
About this ebook
In this funny I Can Read story, Amelia Bedelia gets ready to smile for the camera on school picture day.
This Level 1 I Can Read series featuring Amelia Bedelia as a child proves that a picture is worth a thousand words and will inspire newly independent readers to read, laugh, and expand their vocabularies. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.
The Amelia Bedelia books have sold more than 35 million copies since we first met the iconic character in 1963!
What happens when the photographer gets the flu on Picture Day?
- Level 1 Reader: Perfect for kids starting to read on their own, with short sentences and simple, familiar words to build confidence.
- Silly Mix-Ups: Laugh along as Amelia Bedelia takes everything literally in this hilarious school story.
- Creative Problem Solving: When Picture Day is canceled, Amelia Bedelia comes up with a clever and artistic way to save the day for her friends.
- Vocabulary Builder: Kids will love learning new words and understanding funny phrases right alongside Amelia Bedelia.
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About the author
Herman Parish (1953-2024) was in the fourth grade when his aunt, Peggy Parish, created Amelia Bedelia, the literal-minded housekeeper. Peggy Parish wrote twelve books in the series before she passed away in 1988. The interest of educators and the enthusiasm of young readers prompted Herman Parish to continue the character in 1995 with his first book, Good Driving, Amelia Bedelia. Herman Parish went on to add more than forty books to the series, carrying on Amelia Bedelia’s adventures in books such as the bestselling Amelia Bedelia, Bookworm. Additionally, Herman Parish broke new ground by portraying Amelia Bedelia as a young girl. Young Amelia is featured in picture books for the youngest children, I Can Read Level 1 beginning readers, and a series of chapter books. Sixty million copies later, Amelia Bedelia is a beloved character for readers young and old.
Lynne Avril is a painter and illustrator, best known for her work on the young Amelia Bedelia book series, written by Herman Parish. She has illustrated well over 100 books in her career. As a painter, her works are visual journals of her life, reflecting thoughts, travels, and music (she’s a bass player too!). Lynne Avril grew up in Montana and received her BA in art from the University of Montana, and lives in Portland, Oregon.
