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The Magic Gifts
Cheated out of a fortune, Chin's luck changes when he meets a mysterious monk. For the old man's gifts of a mat, a spoon and a pair of chopsticks are not as ordinary as they seem. The classic Korean folktale retold with easy-reading text for children who have just started reading alone. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
The Monkey King (Usborne Young Reading: Series One)
The Monster Gang
An original story for children who have just started reading on their own. One rainy Saturday, Ellie and her friends set up the Monster Gang. But one of the gang is hiding a big secret. Will he be found out? Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
The Mouse’s Wedding
Children's Books, 12 Years +, Toys by Age, 8 years and above, Toys, Books & School, Books, English Books
This is a new title in the fantastic "First Reading" series, aimed at children who are beginning to read. Father Mouse wants his daughter to marry the best husband in the world - the Sun! But Miss Mouse has her own ideas in this charming folktale from Japan. This book features clear and compelling text accompanied by enchanting original illustrations by Frank Endersby. 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.
The Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe
This is a new title in the fantastic "First Reading" series, aimed at children who are beginning to read. Based on the classic nursery rhyme, this is the story of an old woman's search for a larger home. But just where do you buy a boot big enough for twenty children? This key series was developed in conjunction with reading expert Allison Kelly from the University of Surrey. Every title has clear and compelling text that allows children to build their burgeoning reading skills and is accompanied by charming and highly appealing illustrations.
The Owl and the Pussycat
This is a new title in the fantastic "First Reading" series, aimed at children who are beginning to read. It presents the charming, classic poem of the Owl and the Pussycat and their adventure to get married. 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.
The Prisoner of Zenda
The classic swashbuckling adventure by Anthony Hope retold for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories. When Rudolf Rassendyll, a young Victorian gentleman, travels to Ruritania, all he expects is a pleasant summer holiday. But when the King is kidnapped, he soon becomes involved in a plot to rescue him. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
The Shocking Story Of Electricity
The story of one of the modern world's most valuable inventions told for children growing in reading confidence. An exploration of the fascinating story of electricity from earliest experiments to the gadgets and gizmos of the modern world. Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.
The Snowy Day. Anna Milbourne (Usborne Picture Books)
This is an enchanting seasonal title in the rapidly expanding "Usborne Picture Books" series, which introduce the youngest of children to engaging subjects in a friendly and informative way. Young children will adore following the icy delights of a snowy day, from sparkling frost to pretty snowflakes and sleepy squirrels to frozen frogs. Elena Temporin's vivid illustrations evoke all the magic and excitement of a winter's day.