Book excerpt: Fans of the uplifting Uni the Unicorn book series will love this story about not giving up! This relatable Step 2 Reader shares the familiar anxieties of performing in front of a crowd! Perfect for beginner readers who can recognize familiar words and are working on sounding out new ones. It is almost time for Uni's first dance recital! Uni has practiced but is still worried about forgetting the routine. How will Uni tell left from right and remember the steps when performing on stage? Uni fans new and old will be excited to join this bighearted unicorn on a new adventure that shares the power of hard work and practice—plus a little help from mom and unicorn magic—to feel confident! Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. They are perfect for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help. Look for Uni Step into Reading stories, including: Uni the Unicorn Bakes a Cake Uni the Unicorn Goes to School Uni's First Sleepover and more!