Amelia Bedelia and her cousin Cousin Alcolu plan a surprise shower for their friend Miss Alma, but several mishaps occur. They cook cookies and ice fish, but Amelia irons the tablecloth. At the party, Miss Alma gets wet from the flowers in the silver bowl and her gifts get damp in her lap. Additionally, the fish are served raw. However, the party is ultimately a success when Amelia brings tea and cupcakes, and everyone has a good laugh as Miss Alma opens her gifts.