Description:

Jen and Spud is a decodable with the focus skill of words with blends (sc, sk, sm, sn, sp, st, sw). This title was specifically designed to support older students as they develop foundational English reading skills, as it emphasize the domains of language development (listening, speaking, reading, writing) with an emphasis on cognates and vocabulary. Jen and Spud is about a girl named Jen and her dog, Spud, who is not too keen on showing off skills like other dogs. Despite Jen's encouragement, Spud prefers napping over tricks, until a tasty snack gives him the motivation to learn a new move! The story explores friendship, patience, and the joy of little victories.