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Books in Stepping-Stone Book series

  • The Case of the Elevator Duck

    Polly Berrien Berends

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, April 29, 1989)
    Eleven-year-old Gilbert, self-styled private eye, takes on his toughest case when he finds a duck in the elevator of his housing project. In this easy-to-read mystery, "the solution is credible, the plot is fresh, the style casual and natural."--Bulletin, Center for Children's Books.
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  • Stampede of the Supermarket Slugs

    Bill Doyle, Scott Altman

    Library Binding (Random House Books for Young Readers, April 24, 2012)
    Fast on the fins of Attack of the Shark-Headed Zombie is Bill Doyle's second tale of magic and mayhem.Mr. Cigam has a new job for Keats and Henry. All they have to do is capture one little slug in the Purple Rabbit Supermarket. Sounds easy, right? Wrong! First, the slug isn't so little. Second, there's way more than just one. And to top it off, the supermarket has gone all kooky—Mr. Cigam's mixed-up magic has swirled down every aisle! There are pests in the produce and an angry snowman in frozen foods. Can Keats and Henry clean up this supermarket mess?From the Trade Paperback edition.
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  • Stampede of the Supermarket Slugs

    Bill Doyle, Scott Altman

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, April 24, 2012)
    Fast on the fins of Attack of the Shark-Headed Zombie is Bill Doyle's second tale of magic and mayhem.Mr. Cigam has a new job for Keats and Henry. All they have to do is capture one little slug in the Purple Rabbit Supermarket. Sounds easy, right? Wrong! First, the slug isn't so little. Second, there's way more than just one. And to top it off, the supermarket has gone all kooky—Mr. Cigam's mixed-up magic has swirled down every aisle! There are pests in the produce and an angry snowman in frozen foods. Can Keats and Henry clean up this supermarket mess?
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  • Forget This!

    Tracey West, RH Disney

    Paperback (RH/Disney, July 14, 2015)
    Disney/Pixar's Inside Out takes you to a place that everyone knows, but no one has ever seen: the world inside the human mind. This new chapter book based on the film lets the reader decide how the story will end! It's perfect for girls and boys ages 6 to 9.
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  • Barry: The Bravest Saint Bernard

    Lynn Hall

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, June 26, 2007)
    Illus. in full color. This is the true-life story of Barry, a remarkable Saint Bernard who gained worldwide fame for rescuing more than 40 people trapped under avalanches.
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  • Anna & Elsa #9: Anna Takes Charge

    Erica David, Bill Robinson, Manuela Razzi, Francesco Legramandi, Gabriella Matta

    Hardcover (RH/Disney, Jan. 3, 2017)
    When Elsa has to leave Arendelle for a day, Anna is left in charge! Princess Anna, Queen Elsa, Olaf the snowman, and all the characters from Disney Frozen star in this magical chapter-book series perfect for newly independent readers ages 6 to 9.
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  • Balto and the Great Race

    Elizabeth Cody Kimmel, Nora Koerber

    Library Binding (Paw Prints 2008-05-22, May 22, 2008)
    FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Dozens of children in a remote 1925 Alaska town become seriously ill with diphtheria and can only be saved if Balto the Siberian husky successfully leads a team of sled dogs through a dangerous blizzard to deliver their medicine.
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  • Mermaids

    Lucille Recht Penner, Mel Grant

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, April 22, 2008)
    For thousands of years, people have claimed to have spotted mermaids in the waves and on the rocks. Some were beautiful with long flowing hair and lovely voices. But other mermaids liked to drag people down to their watery homes and eat them! If you thought mermaids were just pretty ladies with scaly tails, think again. There is more to these mythical creatures than meets the eye!
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  • The Adventures of Violet & Dash: Friend or Foe?

    Sheila Sweeny Higginson, Melissa Ford, Shiho Tilley

    Paperback (RH/Disney, Sept. 4, 2018)
    An exciting Chapter Book extension story based on characters from Disney/Pixar Incredibles 2--hitting theaters June 15, 2018!Incredibles 2 brings back everyone's favorite family of superheroes in an exciting, hilarious and heartfelt super-sequel. Written and directed by Brad Bird (The Iron Giant, The Incredibles, Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol), this new chapter sees Mr. & Mrs. Incredible, Violet, Dash and Jack-Jack encounter a brand-new nemesis who puts their powers--and their family--to the ultimate test! Children ages 6 to 9 will love this fun-filled chapter book based on the Incredibles franchise.
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  • Shadow Of The Wolf

    Gloria Whelan, Tony Meers

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, April 7, 1997)
    Libby Mitchell can’t believe her luck! In 1841, her pioneer family decides to move north—near her best friend, Fawn, who lives with the Ottawa tribe. But the girls’ happiness at reuniting is short-lived. Greedy men want to cheat Fawn’s people out of their land and put all of the forest in danger. Now Libby and Fawn must think of a way to stop them—before the woods that they call home are lost forever. History Stepping Stones now feature updated content that emphasizes Common Core and today’s renewed interest in nonfiction. Perfect for home, school, and library bookshelves!
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  • Disney Princess Beginnings: Moana's Big Leap

    Suzanne Francis, RH Disney

    Hardcover (RH/Disney, Aug. 13, 2019)
    Disney Princess Beginnings is an exciting chapter book series featuring all-new stories about each Disney Princess as a young girl!Young Moana is always ready for a new challenge! It is eight-year-old Moana's first time participating in the Tiale celebration--a festival that occurs every ten years and honors a brave female ancestor. Thanks to determination and coaching from her mother, Moana competes in the cliff diving competition! Children ages 6 to 9 who are independent readers will love this new chapter book based on Disney's Moana and featuring full-color illustrations! Each Disney Princess Beginnings chapter book features all-new stories about a Disney Princess as a young girl.Disney's Dream Big, Princess campaign focuses on the amazing stories and leadership qualities of each Disney Princess and shows how they relate to today's girl.
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  • Anna Maria's Gift

    Janice Shefelman, Robert Papp

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Jan. 25, 2011)
    Reissued with a fresh look and added content, the Stepping Stones History series is kid-friendly and Common Core ready! When Anna Maria’s father dies, she moves to an orphanage in Venice. Though she misses her father, she knows he will always be with her, as long as she has his beautiful violin. Luckily, the orphanage is also a renowned music school, with a teacher who is none other than composer Antonio Vivaldi. But when her violin is stolen, Anna Maria must search Venice’s bridges, streets, and canals. Will she ever find it—and can she ever be happy in Venice without it? This lyrical historical-fiction story captures Venice, the joy of music, and how kindness can make a scary new place feel like home. History Stepping Stones now feature updated content that emphasizes Common Core and today’s renewed interest in nonfiction. Perfect for home, school, and library bookshelves!
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