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Books in Step into reading. A step 2 book series

  • Cooking with the Grinch

    Tish Rabe, Tom Brannon

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Sept. 5, 2017)
    Grow your heart three sizes and get in on all of the Grinch-mas cheer with this festive Step Into Reading Step 1 story perfect for beginning readers and bakers during the holidays or any time of year! The Grinch and Cindy-Lou Who both like to bake, but who will eat the treat they make? Could it be . . . Max the dog? This simple rhymed holiday story is perfect for the very youngest readers. Complete with a simple 2-ingredient dog treat recipe printed inside the back cover, Dr. Seuss fans will be delighted-and inspired-by this sweet doggie tale featuring one of his most iconic characters! Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story. The Dr. Seuss holiday classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas is now a major motion picture from Illumination Presents - Dr. Seuss' The Grinch!
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  • Planet Name Game

    Tish Rabe, Tom Brannon

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Jan. 6, 2015)
    A Step 2 Step into Reading Science Reader based on an episode of the hit PBS Kids TV show The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That! Join the Cat in the Hat as he takes Sally and Nick on an adventure into space to learn the names of the eight planets in our solar system! Written in rhyme for children who can read with help, this Step 2 book is a great way to introduce beginning readers to basic concepts about space and to support the Common Core State Standards. Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
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  • Wild Animal Babies!

    Chris Kratt, Martin Kratt

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Jan. 5, 2016)
    A Step 2 Step into Reading Science Reader about baby animals. PBS’s hit animated show Wild Kratts follows the adventures of zoologists Chris and Martin Kratt as the duo visits animal habitats around the globe. Along the way, they encounter incredible creatures while combining science education with fun. Boys and girls ages 4 to 6 will dive into this deluxe Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader with the Kratt brothers as they activate their Creature Power suits to creep, crawl, and cuddle with amazing animal babies of all kinds! This deluxe Step into Reading leveled reader features animal trading cards and eye-catching foil on the cover. Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
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  • Frozen Story Collection

    RH Disney

    Paperback (RH/Disney, July 28, 2015)
    Girls and boys ages 3 to 7 can read about Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and all the characters from Disney Frozen in this Step into Reading leveled reader collection featuring five stories in one softcover book!
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  • Five Enchanting Tales

    Various, RH Disney

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, July 26, 2016)
    This Step into Reading collection features retellings of five Disney Princess movies: Disney’s The Princess and the Frog, Cinderella, The Little Mermaid, Tangled, and Disney/Pixar Brave! It’s the perfect gift for children ages 4 to 6. Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
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  • Ben Franklin and the Magic Squares

    Frank Murphy, Richard Walz

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Feb. 27, 2001)
    A funny, entertaining introduction to Ben Franklin and his many inventions, including the story of how he created the "magic square." A magic square is a box of nine numbers arranged so that any line of three numbers adds up to the same number, including on the diagonal! Teachers and kids will love finding out about this popular teaching tool that is still used in elementary schools today!
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  • I Can Be...Story Collection

    Various, Random House

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, July 23, 2013)
    The Barbie™ I Can Be . . . Story Collection includes five Step into Reading early readers: I Can Be . . . A Baby Doctor, I Can Be . . . A Horse Rider, I Can Be . . . A Teacher, I Can Be . . . A Pet Vet, and I Can Be . . . A Ballerina. Girls ages 4–6 won't be able to resist!
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  • Poppy's Party

    Frank Berrios, Gabriella Matta, Fabio Laguna, Francesco Legramandi

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Sept. 27, 2016)
    TROLLS hits theaters everywhere on November 4, 2016!DreamWorks Animation’s TROLLS is an irreverent comedy extravaganza with incredible music! From the genius creators of SHREK, TROLLS stars Poppy, the optimistic leader of the Trolls, and her polar opposite, Branch. Together, this unlikely pair of Trolls must embark on an adventure that takes them far beyond the only world they’ve ever known. This Step 3 Step into Reading leveled reader has sparkly glitter on the cover and trading cards featuring Poppy, Branch, and the other Trolls—it’s perfect for boys and girls ages 4 to 6!
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  • I Can Be a Farm Vet

    Apple Jordan, Kellee Riley

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Jan. 5, 2016)
    Barbie learns all about being a farm vet in this deluxe Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader featuring a sparkly cover and over 30 shimmery stickers! It’s perfect for animal-loving children ages 4 to 6. Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
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  • Save the Rainbow!

    Kristen L. Depken, Dave Aikins

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, July 3, 2018)
    A Step 2 deluxe Step into Reading leveled reader featuring Nickelodeon's Shimmer and Shine--plus a glitter cover and stickers! When a sneezy bug causes Nickelodeon's Shimmer and Shine to get sick and sneeze uncontrollably, it's up to Leah to find the cure for her two favorite genies! Boys and girls ages 4 to 6 will love this Step 2 deluxe Step into Reading leveled reader featuring a glitter cover and over 30 stickers. It's perfect for a read while sick at home--or anytime! Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
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  • Moana Finds the Way

    RH Disney

    Paperback (RH/Disney, Oct. 4, 2016)
    Walt Disney Animation Studios' Moana is a sweeping, CG-animated comedy-adventure about a spirited teenager on an impossible mission to fulfill her ancestors' quest. In the ancient South Pacific world of Oceania, Moana, a born navigator, sets sail in search of a fabled island. During her incredible journey, she teams up with her hero, the legendary demi-god Maui, to traverse the open ocean on an action-packed voyage. They encounter enormous sea creatures, breathtaking underworlds, and ancient folklore. This Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader based on the film comes with a sparkly cover and over 30 shimmery stickers. Perfect for children ages 4 to 6. Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
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  • Hero Story Collection

    Various, Random House

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Aug. 7, 2012)
    Batman, Superman, and all the DC Super Friends come together in this action-packed collection of five Step into Reading leveled readers for boys ages 4-6!
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