London (Beginners)

$9.88

How did London become the big, bustling city it is today? When was the Underground built and what was the Great Fire of London? These and other questions are answered with vivid, full colour photographs and short, informative text. Usborne Beginners are exciting books for children who are beginning to read on their own.

Look Inside a Castle (Usborne Look Inside)

$19.78

This is an innovative flap book offering a fascinating glimpse behind the scenes of a busy castle. Amid the hustle and bustle, find flaps beneath flaps and many more surprises to keep enquiring minds entertained. Young readers can meet lords, ladies, knights and squires and find out how they live, work, fight and relax in their magnificent castle home.

Magic Pear Tree (First Reading Level 3)

$9.88

Shen doesn't like to share anything - especially not his yummy pears. Can a hungry beggar teach him a little kindness? The Chinese folktale retold for beginner readers developing reading stamina through simple, repetitive text. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.

Making Cards (Art Ideas)

$19.78

An inspiring book packed full of creative card-making ideas for every occasion including birthdays, Christmas, Valentine's Day and Easter, as well as thank you and get well soon cards. Handy hints, tips and techniques are included to help young card-makers create their own cards with each activity clearly illustrated using easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions.

Minotaur (Young Reading Series 1)

$9.88

Theseus is determined to slay the monster that lives at the heart of the Labyrinth. But even if he succeeds, will he make it back home to Athens in one piece? Part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme, based on the Greek myth, aimed at children just beginning to read to help build confidence and ability. This title is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is a senior lecturer in education and an early reading specialist from Roehampton University.

Mockingbird

$13.84
A heart-warming story of loss and recovery that won the American National Book Award 2010 - one of the most moving books you'll ever read. Since Caitlin's brother died, she has no one to explain the world to her. It's a confusing place, full of emotions and colours she can't understand. So when Caitlin reads the definition of "closure" in the dictionary, she decides that's what she needs. And as she struggles to find it, she lets a world of colour into her black-and-white life. A bittersweet story about hurt and healing, told in the unforgettable voice of a young girls with Asperger's syndrome.

More of Me

$13.84

Teva's life seems normal: school, friends, boyfriend. But at home she hides an impossible secret. Eleven other Tevas.Because once a year, Teva separates into two, leaving a younger version of herself stuck at the same age, in the same house...watching the new Teva live the life that she'd been living. But as her seventeenth birthday rolls around, Teva is determined not to let it happen again. She's going to fight for her future. Even if that means fighting herself.

Mouse Moves House

$9.88

This amusing series of early reading books uses phonics repetition to help children learn to read. A phonic breakdown of the text is given by expert Marylynne Grant to help parents and teachers.

Napoleon. Lucy Lethbridge (Famous Lives)

$9.88

Sent to a military school at nine, Napoleon rapidly rose through the ranks of the French Army. But a brilliant military career wasn't enough. Soon, he had seized control of France and then he embarked upon a plan to rule all of Europe.

Nelson (Famous Lives)

$9.88

The remarkable story of Horatio Nelson, the greatest naval commander of all time, from boy sailor to beloved national hero. Packed with colourful illustrations, diagrams, maps, battle plans, and a cutaway view of Nelson's ship HMS Victory. Internet links to recommended websites via the Usborne Quicklinks Website. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers.

Now You See Me

$13.84

Three years ago, Hannah's best friend Danny vanished without trace. Not knowing if he's alive or dead, she struggles to move on with her life, until suddenly, impossibly, Danny is found. But instead of closure, the discovery brings a wave of secrets and suspicion. Is Hannah willing to expose the painful truth? Or is it better to live in the dark?

Odyssey (Young Reading Series Three)

$9.88

This is a brand new retelling of Homer's "Odyssey", the story of a clever but unlucky Greek hero who just wants to get home...but fate has other ideas. It is a new title in "Young Reading Series Three", part of the Usborne Reading Programme. It is aimed at fully confident readers who can manage sub-plots and complex sentence structure but don't have the stamina for standard-length books. It is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is a Principal Lecturer in Education and an early reading specialist from Roehampton University.

Oliver Twist

$9.88

Oliver grows up in an orphanage, and when he dares to ask for more is cast out into a world of colourful characters in which he will have to keep his wits about him and pick a pocket or two to survive. A retelling of the classic Charles Dickens story for children growing in their reading confidence and ability. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.

Oliver Twist (Young Reading Series Three)

$13.84

This is a retelling of the classic Charles Dickens' story for children growing in their reading confidence and ability. It is part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts from Roehampton University. The audio CD includes a dramatic listen-along recording with music and sound effects, followed by a read-along version with prompts for page turns.

Origami Tear off Pad

$17.80

Learn the basics of the ancient Japanese art of origami - creating objects from a single sheet of folded paper. This tear-out pad contains 100 sheets of patterned paper, and a gatefold cover features instructions on how to make four different designs - swans, butterflies, trees and boats.

Penguins (Usborne Beginners)

$9.88

Where do penguins live? What do they eat and how do they catch their food? Beginner readers can find answers to these questions and more in this colourful information book. It is illustrated with stunning photographs and illustrations accompanied by short, informative text developed with reading experts. It includes carefully selected internet links to exciting websites about penguins.

Pirates Adventures

$9.88

Three original stories for children who have just started reading on their own. Young children can find out who will be Pirate of the Year, the cabin boy's secret and how Captain Spike escapes from the dungeons of Rotter's Isle. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.

Planes

$9.88

Usborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own. Vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, accompanied by short, informative text.

Planet Earth

$9.88

Usborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own. Vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, accompanied by short, informative text.

Princess Handbook (Usborne Handbooks)

$15.82

Written in conjunction with "Princess Beatrice von Preussen of York", this fun-packed guide is the perfect treat for every little girl who has ever dreamed of becoming a beautiful princess. Handy hints on how to dress, etiquette for formal occasions and how to find prince charming are complemented with detail about real-life princesses around the world, and a quiz to establish your princess personality. Written in a humorous, lively and engaging style, this is the book that every little princess will want tucked into her handbag.

Puzzle Balloon Race (Usborne Young Puzzles)

$7.13
A fresh new edition in the classic Usborne Young Puzzles series, featuring a lively story linked with lots of fun picture puzzles; Detailed illustrations packed with things to spot ensure that the story can be read again and again; Young children will enjoy looking at these challenging books on their own, or sharing them with an adult.

Puzzle Palace (Usborne Young Puzzles)

$7.13

Princess Posy has just moved into Puzzle Palace and plans a Masked Ball to celebrate. But a mix-up with the invitations means fairy Daisy isn't invited. Daisy's mischief magic is soon at work and Posy must go on a dragon hunt to fix it. Ages 4+.

Racing Cars

$13.84

This is a brand new series on the world's most exciting vehicles, sure to appeal to boys of all ages and reading abilities. It is full of information on racing cars from how they were invented, the rules, circuits and cars of Formula One and a break down of the different models of indy, stock, rally and sports cars. Visually exciting and highly informative, each racing car subject is presented in a fun and accessible way with photographs, illustrated diagrams and comic strips. The internet links offer a fascinating selection of recommended websites - with sound, animation, video clips and much more, which provide additional information for projects and homework.