This Step-Into-Reading collection contains five enchanting Disney princess stories for early readers. Both “Countdown to the Ball” and “Friends for a Princess” are Step One stories for preschool and kindergarten readers, a first step into reading with easy words, rhyme and rhythm, and picture clues. They are perfect for parents to share with children who know the alphabet and are eager to read.

“A Pony for a Princess,” “Surprise for a Princess,” and “A Pony for a Princess” are all Step Two stories for preschool and first grade readers, designed for young readers who still need help sounding out new words but who recognize familiar words.

Young readers will delight in sharing exciting adventures with Cinderella, Snow White, Belle, Briar Rose [Sleeping Beauty], and Jasmine as they strengthen their reading skills.

Highly recommended. ( )

This collection includes 5 stories. Just as the cover has indicated, they are about Cinderella, Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, Belle from Beauty and the Beast and Jasmine from Aladin. However, other than Cinderella which is the simplified version of the complete story, the rest are more like side stories. For example, the story about Snow White is just about the friendship between Snow White and the seven dwarfs. So, though it is a good read for beginner readers, I would like it better if they are the original stories. ( )