Carti in categoria Childrens fiction books

Three original shaggy dog tales for children who have just started reading on their own. Includes stories about a dog show, a sheepdog in danger and pups who save the Dog Home from dastardly bank robbers! Featuring the colourful illustrations of Dusan Pavlic. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Reading. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measure 480L CEFR Level B2 Accelerated Reader level 3 LYHardback with ribbon marker ISBN: 9780746085400 Extent: ...

Three original stories based on traditional myths surrounding the ever-alluring unicorn. Meet the unicorn who befriends a kitchen maid, the unicorn who outwits a greedy hunter and the unicorn who simply loves strawberries. Beautifully illustrated to evoke all the magic of these beautiful animals. Part of Young Reading Series 1 for children just starting to read alone. Developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measure 610L Book Band Pur...

The popular adventure by Mark Twain retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. In Tudor England, a young beggar boy passes the golden gates of Westminster Palace and by chance, meets the Prince. It is a moment that will change their lives forever. Beautifully illustrated by Katie Pamment. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Age 6 Key Stage KS1/2 E Lexile Measure 630L BIC CBMC C3N79 CEFR Level C1 Hardback with r...

A classic story re-told for children just beginning to read. When Max the lazy sorcerer’s apprentice dabbles in magic beyond his abilities, he finds himself in a world of trouble. Can he fix everything before the old sorcerer returns, or will he find himself suddenly out of a job?! Featuring lively illustrations by Poly Benatene. Usborne Young Reading has been developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measure 560L Book Band Purpl...

A re-telling of the classic Jonathan Swift story told for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Gulliver sets off on the adventure of a lifetime – and meets miniature people, civil war and a price upon his head. Will he make it back in one piece? Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Also available with an audio CD with a dramatic listen-along recording with music and sound effects, followed by a read-along versi...

Three original pony tales for children who are just beginning to learn how to read. Meet a pony who is scared of loud noises, a pony who is always making mischief and a small Shetland who is about to make a big delivery… Colourfully illustrated by Peter Kavanagh. Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measure 600L Book Band Purple CEFR Level B2 Accelerated Reader level 0.5 LYHardback with ribbon marker ISBN: 9...

A collection of eight of Aesops best-loved fables retold for children growing in reading confidence. Sly foxes, thirsty storks and greedy dogs all feature in these fun stories, each with its own moral at the end. Usborne Young Reading has been developed 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 for page turns. Age 6 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measu...

The enchanting classic by Frances Hodgson Burnett retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Mary Lennox feels forlorn and lonely in her uncles gloomy house on the moors. But behind an old ivy-covered wall is a garden, waiting to be discovered. Beautifully illustrated by Alan Marks, winner of the Carnegie Medal. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Age 6 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measure 630L CEFR Level C1 Hardback...

The history of man-made flight for children growing in reading confidence. From Da Vinci to the Wright Brothers, find out how people dreamed of taking to the sky in complex flying machines, before inventions such as hot-air balloons, airships, helicopters and of course aeroplanes made it all possible. Featuring the lively illustrations of Stephen Cartwright. Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University. Age 6 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measure 760L Book Ba...

Four original stories about witches for children just beginning to read. Featuring wicked, wily witches, these stories are guaranteed to delight children while developing their reading ability. Usborne Young Reading has been developed 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 for page turns. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measure 520L Book Band G...

Three original mermaid tales for children who are just beginning to learn how to read. Meet a scheming mermaid lurking to sabotage the Great Seahorse Race, a mermaid on a journey to the spooky Pirates Graveyard and a mermaid who just loves to dance! Delicately illustrated by Desideria Guicciardini. Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measure 610L Book Band Purple CEFR Level B2 Accelerated Reader level 3.8 LYHardba...

Four original stories about princes and princesses for children just beginning to learn how to read. Meet clumsy princes, stubborn princesses and a rather pongy prince named Percy in these highly amusing stories. Usborne Young Reading has been developed 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 for page turns. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measu...

A classic folktale retold with easy-reading text for children who have just started reading alone. Ali Baba has discovered a cave full of treasure. Its a dream come true! But soon he has a nosy brother and forty thieves to deal with... Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measure 570L CEFR Level B2 Hardback with ribbon marker ISBN: 9780746080863 Extent: 48 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmIllustrator Paddy ...

A re-telling of the traditional Chinese fable for children just beginning to read. When the Monkey King angers the Emperor of Heaven, he is set a task by Buddha to determine whether he is to be punished or not. Will he pass or will he fail? Featuring the charismatic illustrations of Germano Ovani. Usborne Young Reading has been developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measure 610L Book Band Purple CEFR Level B2 Hardback with ribbon ma...

Reveals the grim and gritty facts about pirate attacks, terrible pirate tortures, and how notorious captains like Bartholomew Roberts, Captain Kidd and Blackbeard were finally defeated. Tells the story of piracy from the bloodthirsty seafarers of the Roman Empire, vividly illustrated by Vincent Dutrait Developed in consultation with reading experts from Roehampton University and a historical expert. With internet links to websites to find out more. Age 7 Key Stage KS2/3 E/H Lexile Measure 1090L ...

An amusing, original story with easy reading text, speech bubbles and delightful illustrations on every page. The eccentric Mr. Puff lives next door to Sam in a house full of interesting things - including a basket of dinosaur eggs! When the dinosaurs begin to grow, something needs to be done - fast! Series One in the Usborne Reading Programme is for children who have just started reading alone. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measure 520L CEFR Level B2 Hardback with ribbon marker ISBN: 97807460807...

Tom has a secret, and its getting bigger by the day ... He didnt exactly get permission to buy a pet dragon, and now that Sparky is growing so much its hard to keep him hidden. But could Toms fire-breathing friend come in handy when his family is accused of plotting against the king? Lady Eleanor hates dragons - theyre so messy! So Tom has to keep his pet hidden away, but the little dragon turns out to be an unlikely saviour when the King comes to stay. The first in a brand new series about medi...

A fantastic flap book which ventures aboard vessels inhabited by bloodthirsty and merciless pirates. Fabulous scenes show pirates on the high seas, in the Caribbean and on the South China Sea and each scene has flaps to lift to reveal secrets of pirate life. Includes simple, informative text and picture labels. With over 70 flaps to lift. Age 6 Key Stage KS1/2 E/H Hardback ISBN: 9780746070048 Extent: 16 pages Dimensions: 276 x 216mmAuthor/Editor Rob Lloyd JonesIllustrator Jorg Muhle...

Also available as ebook with narration in British English (only on tablets that support audio). A retelling of an African folktale about how the first, littlest giraffe became tall after a chance meeting with a wise old man. First Reading Level 2 are real books for beginner readers ready to tackle more complicated storylines and sentence structures. Featuring the colourful illustrations of Laure Fournier. Includes several pages of reading-related puzzles. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme de...

Three original stories about wizards for children just beginning to read. Find out how magic helps Marvin the Miser become more generous, helps Egbert lose the lump on his nose and cheat a band of thieves out of their ill-gotten gains! Charmingly illustrated by Stephen Cartwright. Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measure 510L CEFR Level B2 Accelerated Reader level 2.8 LYHardback with ribbon marker ISBN: 9780746...