Books with author Debbie%20Allen

Three friends, Roxie, Brownie, and Sophie, decide to race to see who is the fastest! Once the race starts, misfortunes happen, and each dog is left with a broken part on their bike. Brownie's chain breaks, Roxie's front wheel breaks, and Sophie's back wheel breaks. All three get help from nearby snakes, and they decide it's better to be a good friend than the winner. They cross the finish line at the same time, but the real heroes are the snakes.

Sassy is a long-legged girl who always has something to say. She wants to be a ballerina more than anything, but she worries that her too-large feet, too-long legs, and even her big mouth will keep her from her dream. When a famous director comes to visit her class, Sassy does her best to get his attention with her high jumps and bright leotard. Her first attempts are definitely not appreciated, but with Sassy's persistence, she just might be able to win him over. Dancing in the Wings is loosely based on actress/choreographer Debbie Allen's own experiences as a young dancer.