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SPIES AND PIES, the sound of ie
The Child’s World, Jan 1, 2020
ISBN-10 : 1503835413
“PreS-Gr 2—Vowel blends are explored through short, quirky narratives in these charming titles. Each book takes a vowel blend and shares a story to show its use in a real-world setting; for example, two spies are looking for different types of pie in the book exploring “ie.” About five to 10 different words using the particular vowel blend are incorporated into the narratives. The repeated use of these vowel blends helps developing readers identify words and spelling patterns in the context of an amusing, enjoyable story. Each page features one to two sentences against a bright, primary-colored background and a photograph that corresponds with the text. Emerging readers could use these titles independently or with an adult. A word list is provided at the end. VERDICT A first purchase for libraries in need of titles teaching vowel blends or spelling patterns.” School Library Journal
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early reader, nonfiction, picture books, vowel blendTHE TRAIL, the sound of ai
The Child’s World, Jan 1, 2020
Simple text and repetition of the vowel blend ‘ai’ help readers learn how to use this sound. Also included are a word list for review, a note to parents and educators, and an introduction to the author.
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early reader, nonfiction, picture books, vowel blendCOACH FLOATS, the sound of oa
The Child’s World, Jan 1, 2020
ISBN: 9781503835382
“PreS-Gr 2—Vowel blends are explored through short, quirky narratives in these charming titles. Each book takes a vowel blend and shares a story to show its use in a real-world setting; for example, two spies are looking for different types of pie in the book exploring “ie.” About five to 10 different words using the particular vowel blend are incorporated into the narratives. The repeated use of these vowel blends helps developing readers identify words and spelling patterns in the context of an amusing, enjoyable story. Each page features one to two sentences against a bright, primary-colored background and a photograph that corresponds with the text. Emerging readers could use these titles independently or with an adult. A word list is provided at the end. VERDICT A first purchase for libraries in need of titles teaching vowel blends or spelling patterns.” School Library Journal
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early reader, nonfiction, picture books, vowel blendTHREE BEES, the sound of ee
The Child’s World, Jan 1, 2020
ISBN-10 : 1503835391
Simple text and repetition of the vowel blend ‘ee’ help readers learn how to use this sound. Also included are a word list for review, a note to parents and educators, and an introduction to the author.
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early reader, nonfiction, vowel blendLET’S PLAY!, the sound of ay
The Child’s World, Jan 1, 2020
ISBN-10 : 1503835464
Simple text and repetition of the vowel blend ‘ay’ help readers learn how to use this sound. Also included are a word list for review, a note to parents and educators, and an introduction to the author.
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early reader, nonfiction, picture books, vowel blendJEAN CAN TEACH, the sound of ea
The Child’s World, Jan 1, 2020
ISBN: 1503835367
Simple text and repetition of the vowel blend ‘ea’ help readers learn how to use this sound. Also included are a word list for review, a note to parents and educators, and an introduction to the author.
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early reader, literacy, nonfiction, vowel blendsWHO IS JACKIE CHAN?
Illustrated by Gregory Copeland
Penguin Workshop, February 4, 2020
ISBN: 9781524791636
How did Jackie Chan become one of the most recognizable and beloved actors in the world? Find out in this exciting biography of this martial artist turned international film superstar.
When Kong-sang was a young boy in Hong Kong, he enjoyed practicing martial arts with his dad but hated going to school. He was eventually enrolled in the China Drama Academy, where he improved his martial arts skills and became a stuntman. That training led to a successful career as an actor. Kong-sang, now known as Jackie Chan, never gave up on his passion for screwball physical comedy. Luckily for Jackie, his determination paid off. His humor and dangerous stuntwork in films like Cannonball Run, Rush Hour, Shanghai Noon, and Karate Kid have made him an international star, and it doesn’t look like he’ll be leaving the big screen anytime soon.
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actor, biography, China, Drama academy, martial arts, nonfictionCITY AND COUNTRY
National Geographic Kids, Sept 19, 2017
ISBN: 9781426328862
Adult and child readers will learn all about urban and rural areas together in this new Co-reader from National Geographic Kids Readers will take a tour through cities and rural areas around the world to learn what life is like downtown, in a farm community, in the mountains, and all around.
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nonfictionAbout
Jody Jensen Shaffer (SHAY-fur) is an award-winning poet and the author of more than 90 books of fiction and nonfiction for children, including Creep, Leap, Crunch! A Food Chain Story (2026 Bill Martin Jr. Picture Book Award nominee, 2025-2026 Show Me Award/Missouri prelim nominee, Oklahoma’s 2025 Donna Norvell masterlist, 2024 NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book, 2024 Crystal Kite Winner, 2024 CYBILS Award Finalist Elementary Nonfiction, “Best of 2023” Pennsylvania School Librarians, SLJ starred review), The Last Day Julian was My Best Friend (2025 Crystal Kite Winner, Betsy Bird’s Best of 2024 Readalouds List), Porcupine Had a Fuzzy Sweater (2026-2027 finalist Missouri Show Me Award), Prudence the Part-Time Cow (Missouri Show Me Award finalist, National Book Festival pick), A Chip Off the Old Block (Iowa Goldfinch Award nominee, Amazon Teachers’ Pick), It’s Your First Day of School, Busy Bus! (Amazon best seller and Book Box pick), Sometimes I am Hot Lava, and more. Jody’s poetry and fiction have been published in magazines like Highlights, Ladybug, and Clubhouse Jr. Jody lives in Liberty, Missouri, with her family. When she’s not writing, Jody can be found spending time with family, walking her rescue dog, Sophie, and cheering on the Chiefs and Royals. You can find Jody online at jodyjensenshaffer.com, on Twitter and BlueSky @jodywrites4kids, and on LinkedIn.
Proudly represented by @casahasegawa of @the_t2_agency. You can reach Carter at carter@tugeau2.com.
From Jody:
I grew up the youngest of three kids in a northern Missouri college town, where my dad taught anatomy and physiology and my mom taught at the local elementary school. I earned my Bachelor’s in English from William Jewell College and my Master’s in English from Truman State University. After 12 years in the business world, I left to raise my children, and that’s when I fell in love with children’s literature.
10 random facts about me:
1. I am endlessly fascinated by the natural world.
2. I try to walk for exercise most days.
3. I like dogs. A LOT.
4. I am a member of two long-term writing groups. We give each other feedback to make our stories better.
5. I prefer a hoodie over a sweater, tennis shoes over heels.
6. The one food I can’t live without is peanut butter! Yum!
7. I love laughing and funny people and things.
8. I can sing the names of the 50 states in alphabetical order and the preamble to the constitution.
9. I remember the exact moment I learned how to read.
10. I loved being a kid.
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