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A Stepping Stone Book Books

In order from The Skates of Uncle Richard to Anna Maria's Gift.

The A Stepping Stone Book series is a set of 5 chapter books by Gloria Whelan, published between 1978 and 2010. Written for ages 6–10, most books run about 65 pages.

The Skates of Uncle Richard
The Chalk Box Kid
Next Spring an Oriole
Silver
Anna Maria's Gift
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Skates of Uncle Richard
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$350
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1978

The Skates of Uncle Richard

A dream of figure skating collides with reality and old hockey skates.

62 pages· 4,525 words· Est. 51 min read
Paperback
Summary: Marsha dreams of gliding across the ice as a figure skating champion, but her hopes are dashed when she's handed her Uncle Richard's worn hockey skates. As she grapples with this unexpected twist, Uncle Richard offers her a dose of reality and guidance. Can Marsha find a way to pursue her passion, or will she discover a new path on the ice? Dive into a story where dreams meet reality, and the journey is as important as the destination.
The complete set

A Stepping Stone Book Series

5 books · Published 1978–2010

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$674

The Chalk Box Kid

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1987

A young boy navigates a new home, school, and family dynamics after his family moves to a new house

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$674

Next Spring an Oriole

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1987

A family's journey through rugged terrain promises a new life.

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$674

Silver

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1988

A young girl and her runt puppy aim for sled dog glory in Alaska.

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$1299

Anna Maria's Gift

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2010

An orphan's violin is lost in Venice's canals. Can she recover it?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the A Stepping Stone Book series?

There are 5 books in the A Stepping Stone Book series. It began with The Skates of Uncle Richard in 1978, and the newest book, Anna Maria's Gift, was published in 2010.

What ages are the A Stepping Stone Book books best for?

The series is best for ages 6–10, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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