Play Ball Amelia Bedelia — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
Guess who's at bat?
The lovable, hilarious amelia Bedelia is back, filling in for a sick player on the Grizzlies baseball team. Watch out! Because nobody plays ball like Amelia Bedelia.
From the Back Cover
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About the Author
Peggy Parish was born and grew up in Manning, South Carolina. Before moving to New York City, she taught school in the Panhandle country and in coal-mining areas. Her first job in New York City was with the Girl Scouts, and she now teaches the third grade at the Dalton School in Manhattan. Miss Parish is the author of several other books for children, including the popular Let's Be Indians.
Wallace Tripp studied at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. He has illustrated more than fifty children's books. Mr. Tripp and his wife run a greeting card company in Peterborough, New Hampshire. They have three children, two dogs, and two cats.
Frequently asked questions
Is Play Ball Amelia Bedelia appropriate for a 7-year-old?
No violence is depicted in the book. The story revolves around humorous situations related to baseball, with Amelia Bedelia's misunderstandings leading to comedic outcomes rather than any form of violence. No scary content is present in the book. The story is lighthearted and comedic, designed to entertain young readers without any frightening elements.
Does Play Ball Amelia Bedelia have violence?
No violence is depicted in the book. The story revolves around humorous situations related to baseball, with Amelia Bedelia's misunderstandings leading to comedic outcomes rather than any form of violence.
Does Play Ball Amelia Bedelia have scary content?
No scary content is present in the book. The story is lighthearted and comedic, designed to entertain young readers without any frightening elements.
Does Play Ball Amelia Bedelia have religious themes?
No religious content in the book itself. While some sources mention the book's availability on Christian sites, this does not indicate that the book contains religious themes or practices.
Does Play Ball Amelia Bedelia have racial/cultural content?
Race is not a central theme in the book. The focus is on Amelia Bedelia's humorous experiences in a baseball setting rather than any discussions of race or racism.
Does Play Ball Amelia Bedelia have profanity?
No profanity is found in the book. The language used is suitable for early readers, maintaining a light and humorous tone throughout.
Does Play Ball Amelia Bedelia have climate change?
No climate-related themes are present in the book. The story focuses on baseball and humorous situations rather than environmental issues.
Does Play Ball Amelia Bedelia have sexual identity?
No sexual content is present in the book. The narrative is appropriate for children and focuses on Amelia Bedelia's innocent and humorous interactions.
Does Play Ball Amelia Bedelia have gender roles?
The book features Amelia Bedelia, a female character, participating in a traditionally male-dominated sport, which can be seen as promoting gender inclusivity. However, the narrative does not deeply engage with feminist themes or critique traditional gender roles.
Does Play Ball Amelia Bedelia have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present in the book. The narrative focuses on Amelia Bedelia's humorous experiences while filling in for a baseball player.
