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Books in A Stepping Stone Book series

  • Miami Jackson Sees It Through

    Patricia McKissack, Fredrick McKissack, Michael Chesworth

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Dec. 10, 2002)
    MIAMI’S CLASS HAS a brand-new teacher, no-nonsense Miss Amerita Spraggins. She’s a real tough lady. She insists on assigned seats. She hands out detentions like coupons. She even refuses to call kids by their nicknames. Miami can’t take a whole year with crazy Miss Spraggins. He has to get out of her class!
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  • Disney Princess Beginnings: Jasmine's New Rules

    Suzanne Francis, RH Disney

    Paperback (RH/Disney, Sept. 5, 2017)
    An exciting chapter book series featuring all-new stories about each Disney Princess as a young girl! Disney Princess Jasmine is nine years old. She has private tutors, fancy clothes, and even a pet tiger, but what she really wants is a friend her own age. When a royal from a nearby kingdom comes for a visit and brings his son, Jasmine is excited. But she and the boy don’t have much in common. But then, while on an exciting underground adventure, Jasmine meets the son of one of the palace workers. Will Princess Jasmine finally find a true friend? Children ages 6 to 9 who are independent readers will love this new chapter book based on Disney’s Aladdin featuring full-color illustrations! 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 girls.
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  • Disney Princess Beginnings: Tiana's Best Surprise

    Tessa Roehl, RH Disney

    Paperback (RH/Disney, Jan. 2, 2018)
    Disney Princess Beginnings is an exciting chapter book series featuring all-new stories about each Disney Princess as a young girl!Disney Princess Tiana is planning a surprise. Her daddy's birthday is coming up and she wants to make him the best gumbo ever. But there's one problem--she's never made gumbo without her daddy's help. Will Tiana be able to make her dream come true and give her father a gumbo he'll be proud of? Children ages 6 to 9 who are independent readers will love this new chapter book based on Disney's The Princess and the Frog, with 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 girls.
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  • Disney Princess Beginnings: Ariel Makes Waves

    Liz Marsham, RH Disney

    Paperback (RH/Disney, July 25, 2017)
    An all-new chapter book series featuring stories about each Disney Princess as a young girl!Disney Princess Ariel and two of her sisters are swept out to sea by an enormous wave in this all-new story! Lost and with no clue how to get home, the young girls encounter many new things. The little mermaid is fascinated by her first trip to the surface and a human shipwreck! But can Ariel's quick thinking help them find a way home or will they be lost forever? Children ages 6 to 9 who are independent readers will love this new chapter book series with full-color illustrations!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 & Elsa: Books 1-4

    Erica David, RH Disney

    Hardcover (RH/Disney, Sept. 8, 2015)
    Princess Anna, Queen Elsa, Olaf the snowman, and all the stars from Disney Frozen are back in an all-new magical chapter book series perfect for children ages 6 to 9. This four-book boxed set is the ultimate gift for any Frozen fan.
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  • The Boy Who Ate Dog Biscuits

    Betsy Sachs

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Oct. 17, 1989)
    Billy Getten really wants a dog. He’s so dog crazy that he eats dog biscuits! But Billy’s parents won’t give in. They say he’s too irresponsible. Then Billy meets the dog of his dreams. Can Billy convince his parents that he’s ready for a pet before the most wonderful dog in the world gets adopted by someone else?“This short chapter book offers good role models; strong, three-generational family relationships; and a smooth message about friendship. The soft, expressive black-line drawings will help draw readers.”—Booklist
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  • Disney Princess Beginnings: Belle's Discovery

    RH Disney

    Paperback (RH/Disney, Jan. 3, 2017)
    An all-new chapter-book series introducing each Disney Princess as a young girl!Before Belle went to the enchanted castle and met the beast, she was a young girl, and this is her story. At age 7, Belle is happy living at home with her father. But at school she feels like an outsider. Then one day she discovers a run-down bookshop. Determined to bring the store back to life, Belle shows all her classmates how wonderful books and stories are. Children ages 6 to 9 who are independent readers will love this new Disney Princess chapter-book series featuring full-color illustrations!
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  • Paint Brush Kid

    Clyde Robert Bulla, Ellen Beier

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Dec. 7, 1998)
    In the sequel to The Chalk Box Kid, Gregory’s friend Uncle Pancho is in trouble. The city wants to build a highway right where his house is. They will have to tear it down! Then Gregory has an idea. He will paint the story of Uncle Pancho’s life for the whole city to see . . . but can the paintings save Uncle Pancho’s home? Two beloved classics—The Chalk Box Kid and The Paint Brush Kid—get a vibrant new look!
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  • Anna & Elsa #1: All Hail the Queen/Anna & Elsa #2: Memory and Magic

    Erica David, William E. Robinson

    Paperback (RH/Disney, March 26, 2019)
    Two Disney Frozen chapter books in one!Join Princess Anna and Queen Elsa from Disney Frozen in this special collection featuring the first two books in the Anna & Elsa chapter book series, Anna & Elsa #1: All Hail the Queen and Anna & Elsa #2: Memory and Magic. This is the perfect gift for Disney Frozen fans ages 6 to 9.Disney Frozen is the highest-grossing animated film of all time, featuring a powerful story, a strong ensemble cast, a pair of relatable sisters, magical environments, and unforgettable music.
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  • Winter Pony

    Jean Slaughter Doty, Ruth Sanderson

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Nov. 25, 2008)
    GINNY FINALLY HAS the pony she has always dreamed of, and now she and Mokey are looking forward to a winter full of new adventures. Together, they explore the snow-filled woods and even learn to drive a sleigh. As usual, Mokey has plenty of surprises in store, including one that Ginny can’t believe: Mokey is expecting a foal!This classic Jean Slaughter Doty tale—now with all-new illustrations by Ruth Sanderson—is back in print after more than 20 years for yet another generation of riders to enjoy.
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  • Silver

    Gloria Whelan

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, April 12, 1988)
    Deep in the Alaskan wilds, 9-year-old Rachel dreams of owning and racing a sled dog one day. When her father, who breeds and races huskies, gives her the runt of the litter, Rachel names the puppy Silver and sets out to prove he's a champion.
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  • A Horn for Louis: Louis Armstrong--as a kid!

    Eric A. Kimmel

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Nov. 14, 2006)
    How did famous New Orleans jazz trumpet player Louis Armstrong get his first horn? Seven-year-old Louis Armstrong was too poor to buy a real instrument. He didn’t even go to school. To help his mother pay the rent, every day he rode a junk wagon through the streets of New Orleans, playing a tin horn and collecting stuff people didn’t want. Then one day, the junk wagon passed a pawn shop with a gleaming brass trumpet in the window. . . . With messages about hard work, persistence, hope, tolerance, cooperation, trust, and friendship, A Horn for Louis is perfect for aspiring young musicians and nonfiction fans alike! 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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