Hivey Goes to Town-Book Review
I had the pleasure of meeting and working with this local author during a camp for youth with disabilities. Her passion for education, especially special education shined though in person and I know it will also in her books. During our next few newsletters we will be sharing some of her books with you all and the book reviews will be posted on our blog as well.
Hivey Goes to Town
“Bears and Teddy Bears”, MeComplete Early Learning, Vol. 1, Unit 4
Written by Janice Jobey
Illustrated by Caelyn Horn
Janice, I am so glad that we had the opportunity to meet.
Synopsis
Go on an adventure with little Hivey as she explores her environment on a walk with her mom and brother Harvey.
They eat berries, tease bugs and slugs.
They raced through the ticket and run along the riverbank.
The trio had so much fun, but when momma bear had them rest out of the sun, Hivey’s adventure was not done.
As her brother and mama rest, Hivey continues exploring. Her adventure leads her into town.
What will Hivey find in town, and will she make it back to her mom and brother?
My Thoughts
This book is everything author Janice Jobey said it would be-from rhyming to help with early learning, exploring feelings, social interactions with fun and creative illustrations that flow with Hivey’s adventures.
Not only do you get to enjoy an adventure filled with curiosity, but you will also learn about the story behind the book.
Parents and teachers will also be able to utilize the learning resources provided by Janice Jobey.
About the Author (From the Book)
Author-Janice S. Jobey, M.S., M.S., CCPS
Janice Jobey is an early childhood expert specializing in literacy, learning, and mental health. Her own childhood experiences with hearing and speech challenges have provided passion in promoting phonological awareness in young children through everyday experiences.
Her vast experiences from childhood to “grand-mother-hood” provide the basis for her books and energetic speaking engagements. Janice writes curriculum for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and parent engagement. Her 35 years of teaching experience spans from infants to adults and working with children with special needs.
She holds graduate degrees in child development and education. She lives in rural Oklahoma where she enjoys writing books and curriculum, spending time in her gardens, and playing with her grandchildren.
Contact Janice Jobey at janjobey@gmail.com
Facebook@earlyLearningInnovations
About the Illustrator (From Book)
Caelyn M. Horn, Illustrator
Caelyn Horn was born in May of 2001 just seconds before her twin sister Koren in Fayettville, NC. Born into a military family that traveled quite often, Caelyn grew into an inquisitive and creative young lady. She began her early years drawing and sketching cats on her father’s laptop in her spare time and enjoys creating stuff dolls of her own characters.
She has even created animated short stories of her characters and shares those stories with friends and family on social media. During her Freshman and Sophomore years, Caelyn studied Kung-Fu and enjoyed her time competing as an Air Force Cadet Sergeant withing her school’s Air Force Jr. ROTC program.
Caelyn volunteered two years as a face-painting artist for the “No Kid Hungry” campaign and is a staunch supporter of Veteran programs. Caelyn is currently studying renewable energies and is planning work as an illustrator from an energy conserving home of her own design.
