Books with author Janice Jobey

Friends came in all sizes, shapes, and shades. Children will discover it’s not what’s on the outside that counts in friendship, but what’s on the inside. Children naturally notice physical differences, but teachers can support children in discerning what makes a real friend. “Conversational Extenders” throughout the book enhance critical thinking skills, while “Literacy Links” and “Learning Extensions” support both teacher and child in enhancing academic learning! This book along with others in this unit of study, encourages children to learn about the many concepts of friendship and to practice the skills that lead to a successful life! MY FRIENDS ARE JUST RIGHT is part of the Me Complete! Early Learning Program, Volume 2, Unit 1, “Me and My Friends” unit. It may also be used independently. The complete curricular set may be purchased at earlylearning.today

LITERACY and LOVE come together in this ABC picture book. The shared moments between mother and child are both timeless and boundless as portrayed in the illustrations. Mamas and babies rock through the alphabet in sweet rhyming verse and provide a familiar context in which children can not only relate but find comfort. Rock through the upper case letters, then through the lower case letters to a sleepy finale. The predictable phrases and rhyming words are important strategies for developing phonological awareness in young children, an important skill for developing early literacy. Multi-cultural illustrations and carefully selected words not only entertain but engage children in learning about the alphabet, families, and cultural awareness. LITERACY LINKS page provides multiple ways to promote literacy skills as you read this book. Literacy skills include:Predictable textComprehensionPhonological AwarenessVocabularyAlphabetic PrincipleUpper and Lower case letter differentiation

* The farm is a busy place. Animals and humans have work to do which means there is a lot of walking, hopping, galloping, trotting, pacing, pronking, scrambling, and ambling. Can you move to the Barnyard Groove? We bet you can! * Read the book to do the moves! * Read the book to find out how some farm animals move…as well as lots of new vocabulary! * Note the rhyming words on each spread. * Use the “Conversational Extenders” throughout the book to enhance thinking skills.

It all starts with one little leaf but beautiful fall leaves mount up into a huge pile. Count leaves 1 to 10, then count by 5s and 10s to create a pile big enough to jump in! This rhyming verse and bright illustrations make the book a great read for younger children as well! . “Literacy Links” and “Learning Extenders” support teachers or parents in promoting literacy, creativity, math, physical, science, and more! …. Eight little leaves landed at the gate Nine little leaves gathered at the pumpkin vine. Ten little leaves blew in the chicken pen! Twenty little leaves drifted down from the apple tree. Thirty little leaves swirled around my tepee! Forty little leaves piled up at my knee so flamboyantly…

Nightfall comes early with big full moons, inviting us to come outside and experience Autumn’s many nighttime delights! Glowing eyes in the dark, the earthy scent of fallen leaves and pinecones, and the sound of owls hooting are just a sample of the many things you might see, smell, and hear on an Autumn Night. Come and join us as we go on a sensory walk full of Fall delights! “Literacy Links” and “Learning Extensions” assist the teacher or parent in enhancing learning across the early childhood curriculum. “Conversational Extenders” throughout the book support the teacher in providing information and asking high level questions that engage children in critical thinking. AUTUMN NIGHTS is part of the Me Complete! Early Learning Program, Volume 1, Unit 2, “Fall and Feelings” unit. It may also be used independently. The complete curricular set may be purchased at earlylearning.today. I hear the sound of tinkling rain. Hit against the window pane, And the distant horn of a passing train, I hear the creaking sound of a turning weather vane, The swooshing wings of a startled crane, Fluttering leaves down a darkened lane, And the clinking sound of the tire swing chain.

…I see bears everywhere. Sliding, swinging, and sledding ones. A bear on a trip And bears on a picnic…. Who doesn’t love a teddy bear? This delightful book provides opportunities to talk about a variety of concepts: Colors, opposites, counting, classification, feelings, and many more! Beautiful photos engage and the rhythmic and repetitive text makes it a great FIRST READER. “Literacy Links” and “Learning Extensions” assist the teacher or parent in enhancing learning across the early childhood curriculum. Look for the other books in this series to enhance your child’s learning! BEARS EVERYWHERE is part of the Me Complete! Early Learning Program, Volume 1, Unit 4, “Bears and Teddy Bears” unit. It may also be used independently. The complete curricular set may be purchased at earlylearning.today

Waltz along with these woodland creatures and discover new vocabulary and “moves” while you slide, glide, slither, and meander your way through the forest, rivers, and subterranean tunnels. But can they move like you? We’re not so sure, but we know you’ll have a blast showing off your wonderful woodland moves! Please see “Literacy Links” and “Learning Extensions”in the back of the book for many ways to engage children and enhance learning. This book is part of the Me Complete! Early Learning Program, Volume 2, Unit 3 “Woodland Wonder” unit. It may also be used independently. This book provides movement opportunities to transition children to sitting. Because a “waltz” is done with a partner, have children find a partner and take turns mirroring each other. Children could also pair up and move in a circle as the movements are read. Try counting to ten for each movement. *Encourage children to find “their own space”. “Spread out and find an area where your arms or legs won’t touch anyone else.” *Read the top line of each page only to do movements in a rapid succession. Read the entire page to learn more about woodland movements. *Self-regulation (by stopping and starting on command) and a variety gross motor skills are also promoted. * Allow children to interpret the movement as they desire. This promotes creativity.

More than an ABC book, “W is for Winter Wonderland” introduces young children to seasonal concepts and changes that winter brings. Real photographs engage children in discussing topics such as Arctic animals, evergreen trees, conifers, and snow! “Conversational Extenders” throughout the book supports adults in promoting conversation, vocabulary, language, and higher-order thinking. In addition, “Literacy Links” and “Learning Extensions” provide many opportunities to explore the concept of “winter time” across the academic domains. W IS FOR WINTER WONDERLAND is part of the Me Complete! Early Learning Program, Volume 1, Unit 5, “WINTER TIME” unit. It may also be used independently. The complete curricular set may be purchased at earlylearning.today

This book is part of the materials set of Volume 1, Unit 2, "Fall and Feelings", of the Me Complete! Early Learning Program. More information about the complete unit can be obtained on www.earlylearninginnovationsllc.com. A rhyming conversation between a scarecrow and children is fun but also promotes phonological awareness and concepts about print opportunities. In addition, "Scarecrow Moves" is an additional section that promotes physical representation, also an early literacy skill.

This book is part of the materials set of Volume 2, Unit 5, "Me and My Pets", of the Me Complete! Early Learning Program. More information about the complete unit can be obtained on www.earlylearninginnovationsllc.com. This “silly” story about a pig named “Prince” promotes phonological awareness through alliteration and rhyming words. Prince’s antics win him the title of “Pig Prince” and will also win the smiles of children. This book includes “Literacy Links” that details the various literacy concepts that can be promoted with this book from listening for the word “pig” all the way to beginning reader! Used in the classroom or at home, teacher and child will enjoy the endless opportunities to explore a favorite topic!

Counting on the farm is delightful as this book also tells the story from nest to eggs to chicks to chickens! This take on the traditional "1, 2, buckle my shoe" rhyme teaches not only numeral, but number, life cycle, and other concepts. "Conversational Extenders" support the adult in providing information or asking questions that enhance higher-order thinking. "Literacy Links" support the adult in using strategies to support many aspects of literacy developing in young children. Science, math, and social studies are also a part of the learning. Bring your little one to the farm and have some fun counting the eggs, chicks, bugs, and more!