The Hen Who Wanted Ten Pens
See what this hen was looking for so many pens
- Audio-only book • Pure listening, no pictures, no words
About this book
The Hen Who Wanted Ten Pens is an easy readers book for children ages 1 to 5. See what this hen was looking for so many pens. It is an audio-only book, made for pure listening with no pictures and no words on screen.
Book details
| Book type | Hearable Book – Audio only. No pictures, no words on screen. Made for listening. |
|---|---|
| Author | Sippi S. |
| Ages | 3 to 5 years, also 1 to 3 years |
| Grade | Kindergarten |
| Reading level | Level 2, Easy Readers |
| Length | 12 pages, 298 words |
| Categories | Dialogic Reading, Friendship, Story Time |
| Interactive features | No activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can listen to this book
Reading and Math app: listen to it here, audio-only, no pictures, no words.
Get the Reading and Math AppRead Along App: audio-only listening, no pictures, no words.
Get the Read Along AppThis edition has no quiz or activity.
Why read The Hen Who Wanted Ten Pens with your child
Stories like The Hen Who Wanted Ten Pens 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 Friendship 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.
Talk about it together
- What did you learn about Friendship?
- Who would you tell about this book, and why?
- What would you do if you were in this story?
Inside the book
The Hen Who Wanted Ten Pens is an audio-only book about Friendship. See what this hen was looking for so many pens. 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: “There once was a hen named Jen Hen.”
Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
Ages 1 to 5 years, at Kindergarten and Level 2 (Easy 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?
12 pages, 298 words
What will my child learn?
This book helps children learn about Friendship, and builds vocabulary and a love of reading.
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