When Step Met Skip

Weber, Vicky

ISBN 10: 1734906278 / ISBN 13: 9781734906271

Published by Trunk Up Books, 2021

May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1734906278I4N00

Synopsis:

Step loves moving one note at a time up and down the musical staff. Then along comes Skip—bold, bouncy, and not afraid to jump over a note. When these two meet, they discover that the best melodies use both: smooth steps and exciting skips!

Told with charming characters and clear, kid-friendly language, this picture book helps young learners see and hear how melodies move on the staff—so music reading feels simple, memorable, and fun.

Perfect for:

• Elementary music teachers (PreK–5) introducing melodic movement
• Parents supporting early music literacy at home
• General classroom read-alouds that blend story with learning

What kids will learn:

• What is a Step? Moving to the next-door note (line↔space)
• What is a Skip? Jumping over one note (line→line or space→space)
• Confidence using the vocabulary “step” and “skip” when listening, singing, or pointing to notes

Why teachers love it:

• Story-driven hook that keeps wiggly learners engaged
• Clear language you can echo during warm-ups and centers
• Pairs perfectly with solfege, floor staff games, and simple instrument patterns

By the end, kids will cheer for Step and Skip—and start hearing both in their favorite songs.

Bibliographic Details

Title: When Step Met Skip
Publisher: Trunk Up Books
Publication Date: 2021
Binding: Paperback
Illustrator: Viel-Taschereau, Geneviève
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket