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Books by John Steptoe | Wonderlit

Books by John Steptoe

5 books · Ages 4–18

John Steptoe writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–18, exploring themes of empathy & kindness, honesty & integrity, love & family.

Standalone Books (Ages 12–18)

Cover of Marcia

Marcia is a young teenager navigating the difficult emotions and life-altering decisions that come with pregnancy in thi

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Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters: An African Tale

Creativity

Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters

Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters: An African Tale

Creativity

Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters

Marcia

Common Themes

Empathy & Kindness Honesty & Integrity Love & Family Jealousy & Comparison Fairy Tales & Mythology African American Heritage Princesses Nature & Outdoors

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