This Book Is Just for Fun (Lola Kay Series)

This Book is Just for Fun by Amanda Jo Norwood is a delightful children’s book that cleverly combines humor and education. The story takes young readers on a whimsical journey where they inadvertently learn about standard and nonstandard measurement while engaging with the book’s playful content. Throughout the book, students encounter various scenarios and activities that introduce them to the concepts of measurement. Although the book is primarily intended for entertainment, it seamlessly incorporates educational elements, allowing children to learn about measuring objects in both traditional (inches, feet) and nontraditional ways (using everyday items like paperclips). To keep readers captivated, the book is peppered with fun facts related to measurement. These tidbits of information not only make the learning process enjoyable but also spark curiosity and encourage further exploration of the topic. The primary aim of This Book is Just for Fun is to provide children with a joyful reading experience. The silly and entertaining narrative ensures that students are engaged and entertained, making it a perfect choice for those who want to learn while having fun. The book’s unique approach helps students grasp measurement concepts without feeling like they’re engaged in a typical classroom lesson. Overall, Amanda Jo Norwood’s book is a wonderful resource for young learners, blending fun storytelling with educational value in a way that is both effective and enjoyable. Amanda Jo Norwood is a certified academic language therapist (CALT) providing therapy for students with dyslexia. She graduated from the Luke Waites Center for Dyslexia and Learning Disorders at the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. She is passionate about creating a means for laughter and learning to coexist. Becoming a published children’s book author was a lifetime dream fulfilled after twenty years in the field of education. Her books are always organically inspired by raising her children. Being a wife, mother, daughter, sister and aunt are the roles that she cherishes most. Enjoy her series of engaging children’s books highlighting phonological concepts. This series was created to enhance dyslexia therapy or phonics instruction. It is not a curriculum. The Lola Kay series adds a little flavor, and laughter, to typical instruction! The main stories highlight a phonological concept, vocabulary words and even figurative language. The matching decodable readers offer an opportunity for children to become successful readers. They were specifically designed to match the new phonological concept. Visit lolakaybooks.com for more information!