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Odyssey (Young Reading Series Three)
Children's Books, 12 Years +, Toys by Age, 8 years and above, Toys, Books & School, Books, English Books
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
Children's Books, 12 Years +, Toys by Age, 8 years and above, Toys, Books & School, Books, English Books
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)
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
Children's Books, 12 Years +, 4 - 8 Years, Toys by Age, 5 - 8 years, 8 years and above, 9 - 11 Years, Art & Craft, Toys, Books & School, Books, English Books
Penguins (Usborne Beginners)
Children's Books, 12 Years +, Toys by Age, 8 years and above, Toys, Books & School, Books, English Books
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
Children's Books, 12 Years +, Toys by Age, 8 years and above, Toys, Books & School, Books, English Books
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
Planet Earth
Princess Handbook (Usborne Handbooks)
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)
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)
Racing Cars
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.
Rainforests
From the tops of the trees to the forest floor, this book is full of some of the weird and wonderful things that live there. But the world's rainforests are in danger - find out why and what will happen if people don't change the things they do. With fabulous photos and simple text, shows some of the weird and wonderful things that live in rainforests and describes the dangers facing them. Developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
Recycling Things to Make and Do
This is a collection of twenty earth and pocket-friendly projects including cardboard tube people, plastic bag beads and paper gift-bags, made from recycled materials found at home. It contains tips on safely recycling materials including how to strip a plastic wire, paint over patterned cardboard and cut a cardboard tube. It is illustrated with clear, easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions.
Ride by Moonlight
'I can't! I'm not riding again!' However often Charlie repeats the words, his friends won't believe him. After all, he has a place at racing school starting in a couple of months. He had an accident and fell off his horse. Who hasn't? He wasn't even hurt. His friends realize it's going to take something exceptional to get him riding again.
Robinson Crusoe
The classic story re-told for children growing in reading confidence. Follows the adventures of Robinson Crusoe, who survives a shipwreck only to find himself stuck of a desert island! How will he manage alone? Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
Rocks & Fossils (Usborne Nature Trail)
This is a new edition of the popular title in the "Naturetrail" series, opening young readers' eyes to the world around them. Clear text, illustrations and photographs explain how rocks, minerals and fossils are actually formed, what they can tell us about the history of the earth and its future, and where you can see and find them. Fantastic facts boxes and short experiments enhance understanding. The end section contains a field spotter's guide listing the main rocks, minerals and fossils to be seen, followed by collecting tips and advice.
Rocks and Minerals (Usborne Spotter’s Guide)
Usborne Spotters Guides are perfect companions for enthusiasts of the natural world. Each title includes detailed full-colour illustrations, plus short descriptions and essential details. Internet links to recommended websites to find out more about each subject. A classic Usborne series reissued using the latest reproduction technology for accuracy of colour and detail. Perfect for both children and adults and incredible value for money.