Mitch and Amy facts for kids
First edition
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| Author | Beverly Cleary |
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| Illustrator | George Porter |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's literature |
| Publisher | William Morrow & Co. |
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Publication date
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1967 |
| Media type | Print (paperback) |
| Pages | 217 |
Mitch and Amy is an exciting children's book written by Beverly Cleary. It was first published in 1967. The book features fun illustrations by George Porter, Bob Marstall, Alan Tiegreen, and Tracy Dockray. It has even been translated into Bulgarian and is available as an audiobook.
This story is about twin siblings, Mitch and Amy Huff. They live in Berkeley, California. Even though the book was written a long time ago, in the 1960s, its stories about brothers and sisters are still true today. Kids can still relate to their adventures and arguments!
Mitch and Amy is special because it's one of the few books by Beverly Cleary that isn't part of a bigger series. Most of her books, like the famous Ramona Quimby stories, are part of a series. It's also one of the few stories she wrote that isn't set in Portland, Oregon.
What is "Mitch and Amy" About?
This book tells the story of twin siblings, Mitch and Amy. They are fraternal twins, which means they are not identical. They often argue about small things. The book shows their everyday lives, their different personalities, and their sibling rivalry.
Dealing with Challenges
The story also explores how Mitch and Amy deal with their own learning challenges. Amy finds multiplication tricky, while Mitch has trouble with reading and spelling. The book shows how they work through these difficulties.
A Schoolyard Problem
Mitch and Amy also face a problem with a boy named Alan Hibbler. He bothers them often without a clear reason. One day, a fight happens in the schoolyard. This helps Amy understand Alan better. She realizes his unfriendly actions might be connected to his father's fame. Alan also struggles with spelling, just like Mitch.
