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- The daring and bold adventures of King Arthur told for children growing in reading confidence and ability. — When Arthur pulls a sword from a stone, he is proclaimed King of Britain. However many challenges lie ahead, including treacherous knights, a mysterious lady in a lake and a fight for his kingdom. — Vividly illustrated by Peter Dennis. — Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University. |
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Foxes, storks and thirsty crows; they’re all gathered in this collection of eight of Aesop’s best-loved tales. You may know the story of the tortoise and the hare, but have you heard the one about the lion and the mouse? A fun retelling of Aesop’s classic fables specially written for young readers. |
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- A classic story re-told with easy-reading text for children who have just started reading on their own. — When Aladdin meets his long-lost uncle, he finds a lamp and a genie with the power to grant wishes. But is everything quite what it seems? — Humorously illustrated by Paddy Mounter. — Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. — The CD includes lively music and sound effects, and a listen along version followed by a read along version with prompts for page turns. |
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- Attractively presented retelling of the story with fabulous illustrations. — Clear, engaging text to encourage independent reading with direct speech and speech bubbles. — Part of Young Reading Series 2 for readers growing in confidence. — Hardback gift edition with a ribbon marker. |
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«This is a new title in the fantastic «First Reading» series, aimed at children who are beginning to read. Based upon a Russian folk tale, the story follows Tasha, who is sent into the woods to visit the flying witch Baba Yaga by her evil stepmother, with only a cat, a dog and a magic doll to help her escape. It provides clear and compelling text accompanied by vibrant original illustrations by Sara Rojo. It is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is a senior lecturer in education and an early reading specialist from Roehampton University. It is a great value quality hardback with ribbon marker guaranteed to foster pride in book ownership.» |
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- Delightful retelling of a much-loved classic tale with easy-reading text for children who have just started reading on their own. — The three Billy Goats Gruff were leaving their farm to look for food. As they crossed a river, they came face to fang with the Terrible Troll... — Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. — The CD includes lively music and sound effects, and a listen along version followed by a read along version with prompts for page turns. |
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- Now with fabulous new covers, Usborne’s Everyday Words books help readers learn, revise and enrich their vocabulary — Excellent for young children learning to read, or speak another language, these enchanting picture word books feature thousands of Jo Litchfield’s miniature hand-modelled characters and objects — Includes a dictionary, vocabulary-builder and spelling and pronunciation guides |
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- Over 40 of the best-known and loved nursery rhymes — Also available with CD or tape sung by young children with piano accompaniment — Bright and cheerful illustrations on every page — Includes ideas for action games to accompany the nursery rhymes |
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- Over 40 of the best-known and loved nursery rhymes — Also available with CD or tape sung by young children with piano accompaniment — Bright and cheerful illustrations on every page — Includes ideas for action games to accompany the nursery rhymes |
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- Vivid account of the extraordinary life of the explorer, Captain Cook. — Lively narrative text, colourful illustrations and photographs bring the subject alive. — Includes detailed maps of each of Cook's three incredible voyages, along with a chronology of his life. — Internet links to recommended websites to find out more about Captain Cook's life and discoveries. — Part of Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers. |
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- Tells the Christmas story and captures the excitement of Christmas with descriptions of Christmas traditions around the world. — Describes Christmas customs, festive food, present-giving, songs and traditional stories with simple text and colourful illustrations. — The Usborne Reading Programme has been developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University. — Young Reading Series One is for children just starting to read alone. |
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«This is a new title in the popular «Young Reading» series are re-issued with hardback covers with audio CDs inserted into a wallet inside the back cover, making the book and CD easy to store together. The «Young Reading» series is developed with experts at Roehampton University to help young readers grow in confidence and ability. The new packaging allows potential purchasers to view the inside of the book.» |
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- Vivid account of the extraordinary life of the explorer, Christopher Columbus. — Lively narrative text, colourful illustrations and photographs bring the subject alive. — Includes essential facts and insightful details to help the reader understand the famous person and their times. — Internet links to recommended websites to find out more about Columbus's life and discoveries. — Part of Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers. |
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- A comical story of a careless crocodile told for children growing in reading confidence and ability. — Cassy the clumsy crocodile leaves a trail of destruction at the Everglades Department Store. But her clumsiness saves the store from a pair of greedy robbers. — Humorously illustrated by Alex de Wolf. — Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. — The CD includes lively music and sound effects, and a listen along version followed by a read along version with prompts for page turns. |
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- Lively account of the Crusaders, with exciting descriptions of the main people, places and battles, including the peasant’s crusade and the siege of Jerusalem. — Includes maps and timelines. — Vividly illustrated by Emmanuel Cerisier. — Young Reading Series Three are for confident readers who still need to gain the stamina needed for standard length books. — Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton and a history consultant. |
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- The Easter story charmingly retold in very simple language. — Colourfully illustrated throughout by Norman Young. — Perfect for beginner readers — valuable at home, school, or Sunday school. |
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The Usborne Beginners and Young Readers series are increasingly being recognized and celebrated as having both the production values, content, and visual and commercial appeal demanded by the home market, and also the clear structure supporting children's reading development that is desired by schools. In my opinion, the Usborne Beginners and Young Readers series are by far the most appealing and comprehensive reading development supports available, now offering a vast range of subjects. |
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- This classic retelling of Hans Christian Andersen's comical fairytale about a fashion-crazy emperor is amusing illustrated throughout by award-winning cartoonist, Mike Gordon. — Young readers will treasure this gift edition, which is published in hardback with a ribbon marker. — Part of Young Reading Series 1 for children just starting to read alone. |
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These flashcards are designed to help young children learn to read, each card has a word and a picture on one side and the same word, alone, on the other. Also included is a card with notes for parents and teachers that explains how the cards can be used at home or in the classroom. — Fun-filled practice in recognizing words and pictures — 50 cards based on the popular Farmyard Tales series — Illustrations by Stephen Cartwright |
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- A re-telling of one of the Brothers Grimm’s best-loved fairytales about a princess, a promise, and a frog with a secret. — Humorously illustrated by award-winning cartoonist Mike Gordon. — Part of Young Reading Series 1 for children just starting to read alone. — The CD includes lively music and sound effects, and a listen along version followed by a read along version with prompts for page turns. |
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