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My Steps follows a young Afro‑American girl as she shares her favorite playground: the front steps of her house. With her friends, she discovers how play evolves through the seasons, from the bright, warm days of summer to the crisp, quiet winter mornings. Presented bilingually in Spanish and English, the story offers an engaging look at friendship, nature, and the joy of everyday adventures.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Sally Derby
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