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Anyone can be a hero – from a housewife turned spy, to a six-year-old schoolgirl defying racism. Read the inspiring stories of people whose incredible bravery helped them stand up for what they thought was right. This collection of true stories is part of the popular Usborne Young Reading series, ideal for newly independent readers. Age 8 Hardback ISBN: 9781474968706 Extent: 128 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmAuthor/Editor Paul Dowswell...

Welcome to Twinkleland Kingdom, where everything is 100% perfect. Except Princess Pea – she loves getting muddy and having fun and she’s not keen on choosing her own perfect unicorn at the Royal Unicorn Parade. Until the final unicorn turns out to be a podgy, pongy, proud, magic-horned…pig? And so the adventures of Princess Pea and Unipiggle begin!Meet the princess who loves breaking the rules, and her Royal Unicorn who happens to be a pig… or, rather, a Unipiggle! Age ...

Snow White and Rose Red live with their grandmother in the forest. One snowy winter, a bear comes to their door. He desperately needs help, so the brave sisters set out to save him… A beautifully illustrated version of the forgotten fairy tale, specially written for young readers who have just started to read alone. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 E BIC CBMC B2N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474969765 Extent: 48 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmIllustrator Isabella Grott...

Jess uses her quick reactions to catch a beautiful runaway pony that gallops into Sandy Lane Stables. But is the man chasing her all he seems? Soon, Jess is bitterly regretting her moment of heroism. This exciting tale from the Usborne Young Reading Programme is one of a series of horse stories that are ideal for newly independent readers. Age 8 Key Stage KS2 E Book Band White BIC CBMC C3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781409590644 Extent: 128 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmAuthor/Editor Susannah Leigh...

Johanna Spyri’s Heidi is beautifully retold, following the exploits of the orphaned girl sent to live in the Alps with her grumpy grandfather. Part of Young Reading Series 2 for readers growing in confidence, with clear, engaging text and stunning original illustrations. Developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University. Also available with an audio CD with a dramatic listen-along recording with music and sound effects, followed by a read-along version with prompts f...

Billy HATES swimming. It’s cold and wet and horrible. And just when Billy thinks things can’t get any worse, his pet Mini Monsters turn up at his swimming lesson and make one very big SPLASH... An entertaining addition to the Usborne Young Reading Programme, specially written for readers growing in confidence. Age 6 Key Stage KS1/2 E Lexile Measure 540L Book Band Purple BIC CBMC A2N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781409593423 Extent: 80 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmIllustrator Melanie Williamson...

The classic swashbuckling adventure by Alexander Dumas retold for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories. D’Artagnan longed to be one of that elite band of fighters, the King’s musketeers. But he never dreamed that one day he would fight alongside the most famous trio of them all. Each thrilling scene is vibrantly brought to life with Victor Tavares’s illustrations. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roeha...

The classic story by Emily Bronte retold for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories. One of the most powerful tales ever told – a story of star-crossed lovers, played out against the wild Yorkshire moors where Cathy and Heathcliff’s doomed love spirals into an epic drama of cruelty and revenge. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 Lexile Measure 570L CEFR Level C1 Hardback with rib...

The much-loved classic story by L.M. Montgomery, specially retold for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories. From the day red-headed ‘Anne-with-an-e’ unexpectedly arrives at Green Gables, life is never the same again... Includes a short biography of the author and beautiful watercolour illustrations throughout. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts. Age 7 Key Stage KS1/2 E Lexile Measure 690L BIC CBMC C3N79 CEFR Level C1 Hardback with...

Intrepid explorer Professor Liedenbrock leads a dramatic expedition to an Icelandic volcano, where a secret tunnel leads to the very centre of the earth... A rip-roaring retelling of Jules Verne’s classic sci-fi adventure story, specially written for children growing in reading confidence. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E Lexile Measure 630L BIC CBMC C3N79 CEFR Level C1 Hardback with ribbon marker IS...

A re-telling of the beloved Louisa May-Alcott story for younger children. The inspirational story follows the fortunes of the March sisters as they struggle through the American Civil War and learn the importance of love, family and following their dreams. Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University. Series 3 is for confident readers. Sturdy hardback and ribbon marker make this incredible value for money. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E Lexile Measure 700L Book...

Three light-hearted animal legends for children who have just started to read alone. Find out why cats and rats were once best friends, why monkeys now live in trees and how rabbits made sure that crocodiles stay in the river. Vibrantly illustrated by Nick Price. Developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measure 550L CEFR Level B2 Hardback with ribbon marker ISBN: 9780746080726 Extent: 48 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmAuthor/Editor ret...

An amusing and original story for children growing in reading confidence. Lily receives an incredible present which grants her six wishes, but none of them turn out quite as planned. Will anything turn out right for Lily in the end? Featuring the colourful illustrations of Norman Young. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Age 6 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measure 540L Book Band White CEFR Level B2 Hardback with ribbon marker ISBN: 978...

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. Also available with an audio CD with a dramatic listen-along recording with music and soun...

Holly is staying with her great-aunt when she discovers a tiny pony with shimmering wings. At first she thinks she must be dreaming, until two fairy ponies visit her with an urgent mission. Puck, a young fairy pony, is in danger! The Fairy Ponies series is an exciting addition to Usborne Young Reading, introducing children to wonderful, original, illustrated fiction. Developed in consultation with reading experts. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E Lexile Measure 780L Book Band White BIC CBMC C3N79 CEFR Lev...

Children will enjoy winding up the helicopter and watching it zoom around the tracks time and time again in this exciting interactive book. The colourful scenes with tracks embedded in the pages show the helicopter helping boys stranded on rocks at the beach, rescuing an injured skier on the mountain and arriving at an oil rig. Age 3 BIC CBMC A2K79 Board book ISBN: 9781474942775 Extent: 10 pages Dimensions: 270 x 230mmIllustrator Gabriele Antonini...

The African folktale retold for beginner readers ready to tackle slightly more complicated storylines and sentence structures. Once upon a time, zebras didn’t have stripes. Then along came a greedy baboon… Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Includes several pages of reading-related puzzles. Age 4 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measure 210L CEFR Level A2 Accelerated Reader level 0.5 LYHardback with ribbon marker ISBN: 9781409...

A traditional folktale retold for beginner readers ready to tackle slightly more complicated storylines and sentence structures. When a traveller comes to town he claims to be able to make a wonderful soup from only water and a stone. But he still needs a few ingredients... Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Includes several pages of reading-related puzzles. Also available as ebook with narration in British English (only on table...

Hooray for snail! He brings the mail... but he’s ever so slow! A hilarious story fun to share aloud together, or for children to tackle on their own. Reliable snail never fails to deliver the mail, but can he make it on time? With simple, rhyming text and phonic repetition specially designed to develop essential language and early reading skills. Also includes guidance notes for parents at the back of the book. Age 3 Key Stage EYFS Book Band Green BIC CBMC A2M79 Accelerated Reader level 1...

Six lively rhyming stories with humorous illustrations, perfect for sharing with young children. Stories use phonic repetition and simple rhyming text, specially designed to help develop essential language and early reading skills. Stories include Cow takes a bow, Snail brings the mail, Croc gets a shock and more. Suitable for reading aloud or for beginner readers. Guidance notes at the back explain how parents can help their children get the most out of this book and develop early reading skill...