Jody Jensen Shaffer

Explains how cotton is grown and harvested to make fabric; discusses how blue jeans fabric is made at a mill and how the fabric is sewn together to make jeans at a factory; and how blue jeans become available to consumers. Kids are used to seeing stores stocked with foods, toys, household items, and more. But most kids know very little about where those products come from or how they are made. Our discovery-focused Before the Store series raises young...

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. Developed by a team of renowned experts and described by critics as 'leading the field,' these charming books entice developing readers to learn vowel blends by incorporating full-color photographs and a fun, fresh design. The pictures provide clues...

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. Developed by a team of renowned experts and described by critics as 'leading the field,' these charming books entice developing readers to learn vowel blends by incorporating full-color photographs and a fun, fresh design. The pictures provide clues...

How did Sequoyah create a Cherokee alphabet? How did he improve the lives of the Cherokee? Cub Reporter interviews him to find out! Learn how Sequoyah overcame adversity in his childhood, and created the Cherokee alphabet, which helped thousands to become literate. Readers will see how to use interviewing skills and journalistic questions to reveal the story behind a famous American.

Simple text and repetition of the vowel blend 'oa' 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. Developed by a team of renowned experts and described by critics as 'leading the field,' these charming books entice emergent readers to learn vowel blends by incorporating full-color photographs and a fun, fresh design. The pictures provide clues...