Cover of the hearable edition of Cody Learns to Say Good-Bye

Cody Learns to Say Good-Bye

Cody's grandfather has died and the whole family is in turmoil

  • Audio-only book • Pure listening, no pictures, no words

About this book

Cody Learns to Say Good-Bye is an intermediate readers book for children ages 5 to 9. Cody's grandfather has died and the whole family is in turmoil. Join Cody on his journey as he comes to terms with death and learns how to cope with grief in positive ways.

Book details

Book typeHearable Book – Audio only. No pictures, no words on screen. Made for listening.
AuthorLydia Light
Ages7 to 9 years, also 5 to 7 years
GradeGrade 2
Reading levelLevel 3, Intermediate Readers
Length11 pages, 820 words
CategoriesCharacter Education, Story Time
Interactive featuresNo activity
LanguageEnglish

Where you can listen to this book

Reading and Math app: listen to it here, audio-only, no pictures, no words.

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Read Along App: audio-only listening, no pictures, no words.

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This edition has no quiz or activity.

Why read Cody Learns to Say Good-Bye with your child

Stories like Cody Learns to Say Good-Bye work best when they are shared. Read it aloud, let your child follow the words, and stop to talk about the characters and what they do. The Character Education setting gives you plenty to discuss. Ask your child what they would do in the same situation. It is a simple way to turn reading time into conversation time, and to help your child think about the story.

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Inside the book

Cody Learns to Say Good-Bye is an audio-only book about Character Education. Cody's grandfather has died and the whole family is in turmoil. There are no pictures and no words on screen, so children listen and imagine the story for themselves.

Children gain a love of listening and a stronger imagination. Listen together, and talk about what you heard afterwards. It is a calm way to enjoy a story, especially at bedtime.

From the book: “Everything in Cody's life was just dandy.”

Frequently asked questions

What ages is this book for?

Ages 5 to 9 years, at Grade 2 and Level 3 (Intermediate Readers).

Is the book narrated?

Yes. It is a hearable book, so a natural human voice tells the story for pure listening. There are no pictures and no words on screen.

Which apps carry this book?

Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App.

How long is the book?

11 pages, 820 words

What will my child learn?

This book helps children learn about Character Education, and builds vocabulary and a love of reading.

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