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“I’m so fast!” boasts Hare. “Humph!” says Tortoise, in a grump. “Hare, I challenge you to a race!” But who will win? Find out in this lively retelling of the classic Aesop’s Fable, specially written for children who are just learning to read, with charming illustrations by John Joven throughout.Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E BIC CBMC A3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474956543 Extent: 48 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmIllustrator John Joven...

When Ben is granted three wishes, he dreams of changing his life forever. But you must always be careful what you wish for! A fantastical tale of love, magic and a sausage, specially written for children who are just learning to read, and with stunning illustrations by Lorena Alvarez throughout. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E BIC CBMC A3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474956598 Extent: 48 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmAuthor/Editor Andrew PrenticeIllustrator Lorena Alvarez...

What’s that puffing along the old train track? This charming story from the popular Farmyard Tales series has been specially written for beginner readers and features delightful illustrations by Stephen Cartwright and puzzles to solve at the end of the story. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 Lexile Measure 420L Book Band Orange BIC CBMC A2N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781409598138 Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 198 x 130mmAuthor/Editor Heather AmeryIllustrator Stephen Cartwright...

When Princess Ellie finds a treasure map she cant wait to go exploring with her best friends, Kate and Prince John. But the palace grounds have changed since the map was drawn a hundred years ago. Will they find the buried treasure? Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E Book Band Gold BIC CBMC C3N79 Accelerated Reader level 4.3 MYPaperback ISBN: 9781409566076 Extent: 112 pages Dimensions: 198 x 130mmIllustrator Lizzie Finlay...

Once upon a time, the leopard was as plain and sandy-yellow as the plains where he hunted. So how did he get his spots? This charmingly illustrated adaptation of one of Rudyard Kipling’s ‘Just So Stories’ is part of the Usborne Reading Programme, specially written for children who are learning to read. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E Lexile Measure 350L Book Band Green Hardback ISBN: 9781409596783 Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmAuthor/Editor Rosie DickinsIllustrator John Jo...

Kate and Izzy are on holiday at a racing stable in America. But they’re not doing much riding, the owner is mysteriously missing, and everyone seems to be keeping secrets. Then a horse’s life is threatened. This thrilling story from the Usborne Young Reading series is ideal for newly independent readers, with short chapters and easy reading text. Age 8 Key Stage KS2 E Book Band White BIC CBMC C3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474917247 Extent: 128 pages Dimensions: 198 x 130mmAuthor/Editor Mi...

Bug is snuggled up in bed. But will he get a good night’s sleep? Press the buttons on the pages to hear this entertaining story read aloud, helping beginner readers learn to read themselves. With simple rhyming text, colourful illustrations and parents’ notes on phonics at the back of the book. Age 3 Key Stage EYFS E BIC CBMC A2N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474950534 Extent: 12 pages Dimensions: 190 x 190mmIllustrator David Semple...

Lizard has decided to make a snow machine. The trouble is, once it starts to snow, he can’t make it stop... This entertaining story for beginner readers has simple rhyming text and stylish illustrations throughout. A delight to share with very young children, and with parents’ notes on phonics at the back of the book. Age 3 Key Stage EYFS E Book Band Purple BIC CBMC A2N79 Accelerated Reader level 1.7 LYPaper ISBN: 9781474946582 Extent: 24 pages Dimensions: 210 x 210mmAuthor/Editor Le...

The ants are feeling a bit chilly – can Mouse help with her knitting skills? Press the buttons on the pages to hear this entertaining story read aloud, helping beginner readers learn to read themselves. With simple rhyming text, colourful illustrations and parents’ notes on phonics at the back of the book. Age 3 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E BIC CBMC A2N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474950541 Extent: 12 pages Dimensions: 190 x 190mmIllustrator Fred Blunt...

Naughty Crab keeps making trouble... can the Wise Man stop him? This charmingly illustrated adaptation of one of Rudyard Kipling’s much-loved Just So Stories is part of the Usborne Reading Programme, specially written for children who are learning to read. With entertaining puzzles to solve at the end. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E BIC CBMC A3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474937917 Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmIllustrator John Joven...

There are hundreds of fascinating facts to discover in this journey through the wonderful world of numbers. How many hearts does an octopus have? Why is the number 9 lucky in China and how many people have walked on the moon? With delightful illustrations and a page of facts for each number, this is a lovely book to share with a young child. Age 3 Key Stage EYFS M BIC CBMC A2K79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474937191 Extent: 24 pages Dimensions: 290 x 240mmIllustrator Sophia Touliatou...

This stylishly illustrated reference book probably contains every type of vehicle you’ve ever seen – and lots that you haven’t. There’s everything from rockets, racing cars and planes to tanks, trucks and Roman chariots. Every picture is labelled with its name, and there’s an index of all the names at the back of the book. Age 3 BIC CBMC A2N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474951357 Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 290 x 240mmAuthor/Editor Sam TaplinIllustrator Gabriele Antonini...

Sam, Ali and Charlie all yell with delight, there’s a creepy sleepover at Frankie’s tonight! Press the buttons on the pages to hear this entertaining story read aloud, helping beginner readers learn to read themselves. With simple rhyming text, colourful illustrations and parents’ notes on phonics at the back of the book. Age 3 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E BIC CBMC A2N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474950565 Extent: 12 pages Dimensions: 190 x 190mmIllustrator David Semple...

Little children will love hearing the woods come to life as they press the pages of this enchanting book. Each beautifully illustrated scene has simple text and cut-out shapes to discover, and a sound button to press to hear woodland sounds including an owl, cuckoo and woodpecker, rustling leaves and rippling streams. Age 3 BIC CBMC A2K79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474936811 Extent: 10 pages Dimensions: 210 x 210mmAuthor/Editor Sam TaplinIllustrator Federica Iossa...

An exciting peek into the extraordinary world of dinosaurs. Combines fascinating information with simple flowing text to excite and inspire beginner readers. Includes extra dinosaur facts, index, glossary, timeline and internet links to carefully selected websites. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Age 4 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measure 490L Book Band Turquoise CEFR Level A2 Accelerated Reader level 2.3 LYHardback with ribbon mark...

A beautifully illustrated reference book filled with 1000 amazing animals, from lizards and llamas to gorillas, great white sharks and much more. Every picture is labelled with its name, and there’s an index of all the names at the back of the book. A wonderful way to discover the wildlife and ecology of different habitats. Age 3 BIC CBMC A2N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474951340 Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 290 x 240mmAuthor/Editor Jessica GreenwellIllustrator Nikki Dyson...

This beautifully illustrated reference book has pictures of 1000 things to eat from around the world. Children can pore over topics such as ‘Breakfast’, ‘The bakery’, ‘Italian restaurant’ and ‘Street food’, and a section called ‘Festivals and celebrations’ which shows foods associated with Ramadan, Chinese New Year, Diwali and Thanksgiving. Age 3 Key Stage KS1/2 BIC CBMC A2N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474951364 Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 29...

Discover lots of interesting things to see and do outdoors in this lovely book for grown-ups and children to share. Learn about beachcombing, animal tracking and stargazing, meet lots of birds, bugs and plants, and find advice for children on how to take care when they’re out and about. With website links for even more outdoor activities. Age 3 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 BIC CBMC A2L79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474943031 Extent: 30 pages Dimensions: 250 x 216mmAuthor/Editor Minna Lacey & Abigail Whea...

This delightfully illustrated collection of six lively stories is ideal for sharing with young children who are learning to read. Children will love the adventures of a poodle drawing doodles and a lizard in a blizzard, all with phonic rhyming text to help them recognise letter sounds. Includes notes on phonics for parents at the back of the book and a CD with accompanying audio. Age 3 Key Stage EYFS E BIC CBMC A2N79 Hardback with CD ISBN: 9781474969970 Extent: 144 pages Dimensions: 210 x 210mmA...

It’s tough in the wild, whether you’re a tiny mouse or a big, scary lion. But friends can be found in the strangest of places. Aesop’s charming fable is specially retold for beginner readers in this lively retelling, and features beautiful illustrations by John Joven throughout. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E BIC CBMC A3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474956550 Extent: 48 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmIllustrator John Joven...