“Amelia Bedelia takes what she is told literally... As a result, she gets fired. Unfortunately she can get no job anywhere else no matter how much enthusiastic and willing she is.” Goodreads
In the book Come Back, Amelia Bedelia , Chapter 2 focuses on Amelia Bedelia's hilarious yet disastrous attempts to find a new job after being fired by Mrs. Rogers. Summary of Chapter 2: The Job Hunt “Amelia Bedelia takes what she is told literally
The core of the humor is Amelia's inability to distinguish between literal and figurative language. Rogers
“Seeing that following instructions is hard for an adult helps [children] relate to the character.” Common Sense Media Key Themes for a 6th Grade Review Her
After losing her position as a maid, Amelia Bedelia tries her hand at several different professions, each ending in a literal misunderstanding:
Tasked with simple medical office chores, she once again takes phrases literally, causing mayhem that proves she is not quite right for clinical work. Key Themes for a 6th Grade Review
Her literal mindset continues here, where instructions for altering or handling clothing lead to further confusion and her eventual dismissal.