What do you see from YOUR window?
Jack's Window by Nancy Coury
Illustrated by Taylor Lombardi
A gentle phonics story for children ages 2–8, inspired by a grandmother's love and the wonder waiting just outside the window. Written by longtime educator Nancy Coury and illustrated by Taylor Lombardi, Jack's Window helps young readers build confidence through rhythm, rhyme, observation, and early word-family patterns.
Launch Goal: Help us reach 3,000 books sold and $4,500 donated.
Every $15.00 copy sends $1.50 to St. Aloysius–St. Agatha School.
Who Jack's Window Is For
A gentle read-aloud for families, classrooms, and young readers learning to notice the world around them.
Parents
For bedtime, quiet reading, and early literacy moments at home.
Grandparents
A meaningful gift for grandchildren and young readers you love.
Educators
Designed for K–2 read-alouds, observation, rhyme, and early word-family practice.
Schools, Faith Communities & Families
A gentle story rooted in literacy, wonder, service, and generosity — welcoming families across many traditions.
Former Students
A way to celebrate Mrs. Coury's classroom legacy and lifelong love of reading.
Gift Givers
A thoughtful book for birthdays, baptisms, holidays, classroom libraries, and family milestones.
About Jack's Window
Jack's Window is a gentle early-reader book that invites children to notice the world outside their own window. Through rhythm, rhyme, observation, and early word-family patterns, it builds reading confidence for children ages 2–8. It is Book 1 in the Nani's Window series, designed for parents, grandparents, teachers, and caregivers to enjoy together.
Inspired by Love
Stories born from the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren.
Magical Windows
Each window opens to a new world of wonder, friendship, and discovery.
Learning Through Stories
Phonics and reading skills woven seamlessly into cozy, engaging tales.
A Lifetime of Helping Little Voices
Nancy Coury
Author & Educator
With more than 25 years in the classroom, Nancy Coury brought joy, patience, and imagination to every child she taught. Her journey spanned 3 years at St. James, 23 years at St. Raphael (including 2 as substitute), and 4 years tutoring in public schools—a career defined by dedication to little voices finding their way.
Nancy believed reading isn't just about learning words—it's about hearing them, feeling them, and finding your own voice in the world. Her lifelong love of phonics and storytelling grew into Jack's Window, the first in a series of gentle tales helping young readers master tricky sounds through rhythm, rhyme, and play.
Each story is lovingly modeled after her grandchildren—their curiosity, laughter, and big hearts shining through every page. Nancy's dream was simple yet profound: to make learning joyful for every child, especially those who struggle to be understood.
"My mom is one of the most inspiring people I know. She made every student feel seen and supported—and she turned that passion into a story that helps children feel understood."
The Art Behind the Story
Illustrated by Taylor Lombardi
Taylor Lombardi
Illustrator
The Illustrator
Taylor Lombardi is a New Jersey based illustrator and designer who loves bringing heartfelt stories to life through color, character, and imagination. Her playful, painterly style captures the wonder of childhood and the small details that make each moment special.
Discover more of her workText © Nancy Coury · Illustrations © Taylor Lombardi. All rights reserved.
Every Book Makes a Difference
Opening Doors for Every Child
"Every child deserves a chance to learn, grow, and find their voice."
Nancy spent more than 30 years teaching in Catholic schools, and that experience gave her a deep conviction: every child deserves a chance to read, grow, and find their voice — regardless of their family's circumstances. That belief is woven into every page of Jack's Window, and it shapes how proceeds from the book are used.
Through the partnership between St. Raphael Parish in Bay Village and St. Aloysius–St. Agatha Parish in Cleveland — bridged by Fr. Dan, appointed Presbyteral Moderator in January 2025 — 10% of every sale supports St. Aloysius–St. Agatha School through the St. Raphael parish partnership. Founded over 120 years ago and serving roughly 250 students PK–8 in Cleveland's Glenville neighborhood, the school provides a rigorous, faith-filled education to families who need it most.
$15.00
Book price
$1.50
Per copy donated
3,000
Launch goal (books)
$4,500
Potential donation
Every purchase carries that dream forward.
First Donation Announced!
We're thrilled to share our first contribution to St. Aloysius–St. Agatha School in Cleveland from Jack's Window book sales — made possible through the St. Raphael parish partnership. Thank you to everyone who made this possible.
Mrs. Coury's Window
Words from Nancy's Students
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Student Stories
Through the Years
From the Classroom
Snapshots shared by students and families across Nancy's 30+ years of teaching.
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About Jack's Window
Through the world just outside his window, Jack discovers how exciting every sight and sound can be. From the wham of a baseball bat to the flap of a robin's wings, everyday moments come alive in this gentle, rhythmic story.
Written with a teacher's heart and illustrated beautifully by Taylor Lombardi, Jack's Window helps children build confidence with sounds and words—reminding readers that language, like the view from a window, is full of endless possibilities.
Peek Through Jack's Window
A free preview of the opening pages — gorgeous illustrations by Taylor Lombardi. Buy the book to enjoy the full story.
"Jack looks out his window. He sees a cat looking at a man. The cat takes a nap. The cat is named Mac. Outside the kids are playing baseball. Wham goes the bat."
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Phonics Patterns Inside the Story
Jack's Window weaves short-vowel word families naturally into every page — perfect for building reading confidence:
-at
cat · mat · hat
-an
man · Dan · ran
-am
ham · wham
"What's outside YOUR window?"
A Growing World of Stories
The Nani's Window World
Every grandchild sees something different from their window — a backyard adventure, a rainy-day mystery, a neighborhood full of sounds. Nancy's series follows each one, weaving phonics naturally into the wonders they discover.
Available Now
Book 1
Jack's Window
Short-vowel sounds come alive as Jack explores everything he sees from his window — cats, hats, and so much more.
Buy on BookBabyBrynn's Window
Brynn's window opens onto a world of wonder, where every sound becomes a story waiting to be told.
Liam's Window
From Liam's window, the everyday turns extraordinary — full of sights, sounds, and the joy of new words.
Declan's Window
Declan looks out and discovers that even the smallest sounds can lead to the biggest adventures.
Daris' Window
Daris' window frames a neighborhood full of rhythm and rhyme — a phonics playground all his own.
Jojo's Window
Jojo's window invites young readers to listen, look, and laugh along with every page.
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Join the Nani's Window Story Circle to hear about new books, behind-the-scenes illustration previews, and classroom phonics tips from Nancy.
Order Your Copy
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Order directly through BookBaby. Every copy helps a child discover words, wonder, and the joy of reading.
Paperback available from $15.00 through BookBaby.
Your Own Copy
A beautiful paperback for home reading, bedtime stories, and early literacy adventures.
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Perfect for birthdays, baptisms, holidays, and classroom libraries — a gift that builds a love of reading.
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Bringing Jack's Window to your classroom or school? Contact us about school and community pricing.
10% of every sale supports St. Aloysius–St. Agatha School in Cleveland through the St. Raphael parish partnership.
Radical Transparency
Where Every Dollar Goes
Every copy of Jack's Window sells for $15.00. Here is exactly how that breaks down — no guessing, no fine print.
BookBaby Direct — $15.00
BookBaby vs. Amazon — same $15.00 price
Why BookBaby?
Buy on BookBaby → $1.50 goes to charity and $4.80 to Nancy. Via Amazon, fees leave only $1.25 total — all to charity, $0.00 to Nancy, and $0.00 to FutureSide.
BookBaby figures reflect the Direct sales channel. Amazon figures are approximate estimates based on standard Amazon + BookBaby distribution fees and may vary.
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Get Involved
Media, Schools, Faith & Community Partners
Want to feature Jack's Window in a school newsletter, faith community bulletin, alumni group, podcast, local publication, classroom campaign, or literacy program? We'd love to connect.
Schools & Classrooms
Classroom read-aloud kits, school newsletter materials, and partnership pricing available. Use the contact form to inquire.
Faith Communities & Alumni Groups
Parish bulletins, alumni newsletters, and community fundraiser support available. We can provide book details, images, and author information.
Media & Podcasts
Interview requests, press materials, author bio, book details, and high-resolution images available upon request.
Literacy Organizations
Jack's Window supports early literacy and phonics confidence. We welcome partnerships with libraries, literacy nonprofits, and reading programs.
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Common Questions
About Jack's Window
What age is Jack's Window for? ▾
Jack's Window is designed for children ages 2–8, especially early readers, read-aloud time, and K–2 classrooms.
Where can I buy Jack's Window? ▾
Jack's Window is available through BookBaby. Use the "Buy on BookBaby" button to order your copy.
How much does Jack's Window cost? ▾
Paperback pricing starts at $15.00 through BookBaby. Hardcover availability and pricing may vary through BookBaby if offered.
How does the donation work? ▾
10% of every sale supports St. Aloysius–St. Agatha School in Cleveland through the St. Raphael parish partnership.
Is Jack's Window only for Catholic school families? ▾
No. While the launch supports St. Aloysius–St. Agatha School through the St. Raphael parish partnership, Jack's Window is written for families, classrooms, grandparents, educators, and young readers across many communities and traditions.
Can I buy multiple copies for a classroom, school, faith community, or fundraiser? ▾
Yes. Use the and include your organization, estimated quantity, and timing.
Is this book part of a series? ▾
Yes. Jack's Window is Book 1 in the Nani's Window series, with future books planned around Nancy Coury's grandchildren.
Are classroom resources available? ▾
Classroom resources and reading prompts are planned for a future update. to receive updates.
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