Amelia Bedelia Sleeps Over (I Can Read Level 1)
Young Amelia Bedelia Series
What’s inside...
Amelia Bedelia's friend Rose is having a slumber party. It's Amelia Bedelia's first sleepover, and she's confused. Isn't sleeping boring? Luckily, all the girls in Amelia Bedelia's class are there, and the party is the exact opposite of boring. There are pizzas to eat, games to play, and fingernail polish in all the colors of the rainbow to admire. And when it is time to go to sleep, well, something unexpected happens then, too. Amelia Bedelia discovers that friends and family are the best, no matter what time of day it is, in this easy-to-read book that is just right for beginning readers.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Amelia Bedelia felt when she was preparing for her sleepover? Can you relate to any of her feelings?
Why do you think the misunderstandings happened during the sleepover? How did Amelia Bedelia and her friends handle them?
What was your favorite part of the sleepover story, and why?
If you were to attend a sleepover like Amelia Bedelia, what activities would you like to do?
How do you think Amelia Bedelia’s adventures teach us about friendship and understanding?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, briefly discuss your child’s experiences or expectations of sleepovers to make personal connections with the story.
Pause at moments of misunderstanding in the story to ask your child what they might have thought or done differently, helping them to engage critically with the text.
Encourage your child to describe the characters based on their actions, fostering empathy and deeper comprehension.
After reading, ask your child to draw a picture of their ideal sleepover, using elements from Amelia Bedelia’s story to spark creativity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Amelia Bedelia demonstrates responsibility by taking charge of her belongings and tasks during her sleepover.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by managing their own belongings and completing their tasks at home or school, nurturing self-reliance.
Example Lesson: Adaptability
Explanation: Throughout the sleepover, Amelia Bedelia encounters various unfamiliar situations but adapts to them cheerfully.
Real-World Application: This lesson can encourage children to remain flexible and positive when facing new experiences or changes in their routine.
Example Lesson: Communication
Explanation: The story highlights the importance of clear communication through Amelia Bedelia's literal interpretations of language.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to express themselves clearly and ask questions when uncertain, enhancing their interpersonal skills and understanding.
Example Lesson: Friendship
Explanation: Amelia Bedelia strengthens her bond with friends through shared activities and experiences during the sleepover.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to value and nurture friendships by spending quality time together and sharing experiences.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Amelia Bedelia often finds herself in comical mix-ups but uses her creativity to find solutions.
Real-World Application: Children can be inspired to think creatively when faced with challenges, using problem-solving skills to navigate everyday obstacles.