Jen the Hen
By Colin Hawkins
When Jen writes to Ken, one tiny sound change sparks a surprising wordy adventure.
rhyming · playful · interactive · phonics-focused
Genres
What is Jen the Hen about?
Jen the Hen is getting ready for a birthday party and sends a letter to Ken. As the pages turn, new words ending in the short ‘e’ sound appear, creating a simple rhyming story for children learning to read. Clever cutaway pages reveal how changing one beginning sound can make a new word. Bright illustrations, playful details and comments from two caterpillars add to the fun while helping young readers practise blending consonant-vowel-consonant words.
About the author
Colin Hawkins is a talented British author and illustrator who creates fun and lively books for children. He is best known for working with his wife, Jacqui Hawkins, to make colourful picture books like the 'Foxy' series and 'The Numberlies.' Colin loves drawing and making stories that help children laugh and learn at the same time.
Pages
24 pages
Reading age
Early Reader (5-8)
This edition
2001
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