Amelia Bedelia Goes Back to School
Young Amelia Bedelia Series
What’s inside...
Amelia Bedelia joins Maria and Alex at school, where she misunderstands the teacher's instructions. Despite her readiness to learn, Amelia Bedelia ends up teaching the class a lesson in reading, writing, and ridiculousness. As the day unfolds, Amelia's literal interpretations of instructions lead to humorous situations, which are revealed through interactive flaps that allow readers to peek into her school day.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
20 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Amelia Bedelia felt on her first day back to school? Can you relate to her feelings?
Amelia Bedelia often misunderstands things in a funny way. Can you think of a time when something similar happened to you? How did you handle it?
How do Amelia's friends and teachers react to her mix-ups? What does this teach us about patience and understanding?
If you could help Amelia Bedelia with one of her school tasks, which one would it be and what advice would you give her?
What was your favorite part of the book and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation by sharing a personal story from your own school days to create a relaxed atmosphere.
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about starting a new school year, drawing parallels with Amelia Bedelia's experiences.
Discuss the importance of making mistakes and learning from them, highlighting moments from the book where Amelia Bedelia learns something new.
Praise your child's insights and encourage them to think critically about how the characters deal with different situations.
Consider planning a fun activity that mirrors an event from the book, such as baking a cake or crafting, to bring the story to life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding Instructions
Explanation: In 'Amelia Bedelia Goes Back to School', Amelia often misinterprets instructions, leading to humorous situations. This illustrates the importance of clear communication.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the value of asking questions if they are unsure about a task or instruction, enhancing clarity in their daily interactions at school or home.
Example Lesson: Flexibility and Problem-Solving
Explanation: Amelia's literal interpretations often require creative solutions. This shows kids the importance of thinking on their feet and adapting to unexpected situations.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this by developing flexible thinking strategies that help them navigate challenges and solve problems creatively in their environments.
Example Lesson: Learning from Mistakes
Explanation: Each of Amelia Bedelia's mistakes becomes a learning opportunity. The story reinforces that errors are a natural part of the learning process.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to embrace mistakes as opportunities for growth and learning, reducing fear of failure as they try new activities or learn new skills.