Books by Jane O'Connor

Book SynopsisKeesia and Henri Matisse have the same birthday—New Year’s Eve! That’s why she picks him for her artist report. She finds out that over his long career Matisse made paintings, sculpture, books, costumes, and her favorite—his cut-outs, or what Matisse called “drawing with scissors.” The report is filled with about 20 of Matisse’s masterpieces as well as artwork that Keesia has created in his “style” (cut-out leaves, drawings through windows, fauvist animals). As she follows Matisse through his life she discovers why he is considered one of the greatest artists of the twentieth century.

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Book SynopsisThis set of 12 simple and fun Fancy Nancy storybooks is an excellent choice to share at home or in the preschool or kindergarten classroom.

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Book SynopsisCelebrate the 100th day of school with Fancy Nancy, in this sweet and thoughtful I Can Read Story from New York Times bestselling team Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser. Perfect for back-to-school! With the 100th day of school just around the corner, Nancy finds herself utterly stumped. She can’t think of anything exciting, special, or imaginative enough to bring in to class to commemorate the day. Just as Nancy begins to lose hope, she finds inspiration from an unexpected source—and learns that even sad events can bring with them a glimmer of beauty.Fancy Nancy: The 100th Day of School is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it''s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. The back matter features a list of the rich vocabulary words that are used throughout the story along with their definition.

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Book SynopsisNancy can hardly wait for her class visit to the planetarium in this Fancy Nancy story from the beloved New York Times bestselling author-illustrator team Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser. Nancy absolutely adores stars. She loves how they sparkle in the sky, and she can even name the constellations. When she finds out her class will visit the planetarium she is ecstatic—that''s a fancy word for excited. But when it starts to rain Nancy is afraid she might not be able to see the stars. Will the rain keep Nancy from watching stars sparkle?Fancy Nancy Sees Stars is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it''s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. The back matter features a list of the rich vocabulary words that are used throughout the story along with their definition.

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Book SynopsisFrom the dazzling bestselling duo Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser, a picture book with a nonfiction twist for the fancy girl who loves the outdoors!For the fanciest girl around, the outdoors are out of this world. Fancy Nancy and her best friend, Bree, set out to explore the fascinating world of wildflowers, trees, leaves, birds, and, of course, butterflies in their exclusively glamorous Explorers'' Club. With recipes for pinecone bird feeders and extra-fancy lemonade, an official club bird, and an exclusive map of the territory, this popular book shows Fancy Nancy as one explorer extraordinaire!Take a look at Nancy''s very own enlightening discoveries and find out just how fancy the outdoors can be!

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Book SynopsisCelebrate the 100th day of school with Fancy Nancy, in this sweet and thoughtful I Can Read Story from New York Times bestselling team Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser. Perfect for back-to-school! With the 100th day of school just around the corner, Nancy finds herself utterly stumped. She can’t think of anything exciting, special, or imaginative enough to bring in to class to commemorate the day. Just as Nancy begins to lose hope, she finds inspiration from an unexpected source—and learns that even sad events can bring with them a glimmer of beauty.Fancy Nancy: The 100th Day of School is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it''s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. The back matter features a list of the rich vocabulary words that are used throughout the story along with their definition.

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Book SynopsisAn I Can Read story from New York Times bestselling duo Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser:Yummy, cupcakes are scrumptious (that’s fancy for tasty!). Nancy is thrilled to be making cupcakes for the bake sale! But will she remember to follow all of Mom''s directions?Fancy Nancy and the Delectable Cupcakes, a Level One I Can Read adventure, is carefully crafted using short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts for children eager to read on their own. Contains a glossary of Fancy Nancy’s fancy words.

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Book SynopsisFancy Nancy goes mini in this slipcase containing four miniature I Can Read titles! This adorable set makes for the perfect stocking stuffer. This set includes: Pajama Day, The Show Must Go On, The 100th Day of School, and Every Day Is Earth Day.Pajama DayNancy is all set to wear something special for Pajama Day at school. But when Bree and Clara show up in matching outfits, Nancy feels left out. Will this Pajama Day be as fun as she thought?The Show Must Go OnNancy and her partner for the talent show are very different. They don''t have any of the same talents. How will they ever come up with an act?The 100th Day of SchoolThe 100th day of school is coming up, and Nancy doesn’t know what to bring in for the class project. Will she be able to think of something imaginative in time for the big day?Every Day Is Earth DayBeing green is im

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Book SynopsisYoung readers will relate to Nancy''s test-taking dilemma in this Fancy Nancy I Can Read story from the New York Times bestselling team Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser.Nancy loves spelling. She can spell fun words like happy and French words like chien (that means dog) and even long words like splendid. But when Ms. Glass''s spelling test is harder than Nancy anticipated, the self-professed spelling prodigy faces a tough decision that pits her pride against her principles.Fancy Nancy: Splendid Speller is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it''s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. The back matter features a list of the rich vocabulary words that are used throughout the story along with their definition. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start rea

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Book SynopsisNancy touches upon a subject near and dear to all in this Fancy Nancy story from the beloved New York Times bestselling author-illustrator team Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser. Nancy absolutely must have her first tooth fall out at school. That way she will be sure to receive the special tooth-holder necklace from the school nurse. But when Nancy''s tooth starts wiggling at home, she is worried she might lose it before class. How can Nancy make sure her loose tooth falls out at school?Fancy Nancy and the Too-Loose Tooth is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it''s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. The back matter features a list of the rich vocabulary words that are used throughout the story along with their definition.

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Book SynopsisThis Fancy Nancy I Can Read story from the beloved New York Times bestselling author-illustrator team Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser will entertain beginning readers—even on a rainy, gloomy day!After a gloomy, gray week stuck inside at school, Nancy comes up with a great idea to cheer up her friends. Ms. Glass''s classroom will celebrate a new holiday—Fancy Day! Everyone gets into the swing of things, practicing their manners and preparing for the party. But on the day of the celebration, Ms. Glass runs in late . . . looking quite plain. Can Nancy and her classmates doll up Ms. Glass and keep the party as elegant as expected?Fancy Nancy: Fancy Day in Room 1-A is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it''s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. The back matter features a list of the rich vocabulary words that are used throughout the story along with their definition.

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Book SynopsisIn this Fancy Nancy I Can Read story from New York Times bestselling team Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser, there’s no such thing as too many tutus! Or is there? Fancy Nancy''s closet is bulging (that''s a fancy way of saying it won''t close). Nancy''s mom thinks she should give away some of her tutus—but Nancy knows a fancy girl can never have too many tutus! But when Ms. Glass tells her class they will have a fancy swap-and-shop at school, will Nancy bring in some tutus to trade? And what happens when she finds the tutu of her dreams?Fancy Nancy: Too Many Tutus is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it''s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. The back matter features a list of the rich vocabulary words that are used throughout the story along with their definition. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level On

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Book SynopsisNancy is fascinated when she learns the new kid in class is from Paris-and she still likes him, even when she realizes he is from Paris, Texas.

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Book SynopsisLearn all about luck with Fancy Nancy in New York Times bestselling team Jane O'Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser's beginning reader Fancy Nancy: Just My Luck! This Level One I Can Read book is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.

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