I know this is magic, says the shoemaker.
Someone is making beautiful shoes every night, when the shoemaker and his wife are asleep. Who can it be?
Includes a word list, 5 pages of activities and free online audio (British English and American English).
From the classic childrens story by Carlo Collodi. Pinocchio the puppet wants to be a real boy, but he is constantly in trouble running away, falling into bad company and telling lies that make his nose grow and grow. Will he ever find his missing father Geppetto, and learn in the end to be good? The Usborne English Readers series is a new range of graded readers in simplified English for younger learners. They include activities, glossaries and a full audio recording of the text in both British English
From the classic story by Hans Christian Andersen. Kay and Gerda are childhood friends, but one day Kay is carried off by the Snow Queen. Gerda goes in search of him, helped by a friendly crow, a princess, a robber girl and a reindeer, until finally she must cross the ice alone to rescue her friend. The Usborne English Readers series is a new range of graded readers in simplified English for younger learners. They include activities, glossaries and a full audio recording of the text in both British Englis
One of the bestloved fairy tales. Beauty goes to the Beasts castle in order to save her fathers life and help her family. The Beast is kind to her, but when he asks her to marry him, she cant bring herself to say yes. Then Beauty returns home and dreams that the Beast is dying. Can she save him? The Usborne English Readers series is a new range of graded readers in simplified English for younger learners. They include activities, glossaries and a full audio recording of the text in both British English an
From the classic tale by the Brothers Grimm. When Snow Whites mother dies, her father marries a vain and cruel Queen. When the Queens mirror says that Snow White is the fairest, she escapes into the forest and is rescued by seven dwarfs...but what if the Queen hears that Snow White is still alive?The Usborne English Readers series is a new range of graded readers in simplified English for younger learners. They include activities, glossaries and a full audio recording of the text in both British English a
One day, Mole leaves his home for the wonderful world of the river. He meets the friendly Water Rat, kind Badger and Toad, who loves fast cars a little too much. Includes a word list, 5 pages of activities and free online audio (British English and American English).
The little mermaid dreams of swimming up to the sea surface and the world above. She falls in love with a human prince but what price will she pay to live in his world? Includes a word list, 5 pages of activities and free online audio (British English and American English).
Strange things are happening at the Paris Opera House. Young singer Christine is suddenly famous but who is her angel of music? There are stories about a ghost. Can they be true? Includes a word list, 5 pages of activities and free online audio (British English and American English).
When his ship is lost in a storm, Gulliver swims to the land of Lilliput. Lilliput is no ordinary island, and Gulliver soon finds that he is a BIG problem there Includes a word list, 5 pages of activities and free online audio (British English and American English).
Jane Eyre is an orphan, poor and ordinarylooking. Her life is poor and ordinary too until she comes to Thornfield Hall and meets Mr. Rochester but Thornfield hides a dangerous secret. Includes a word list, 5 pages of activities and free online audio (British English and American English).
Jonathan Harker is a guest in Cout Draculas castle. The Count is friendly, but something doesnt seem quite right, As Jonathan explores the castle, he begins to guess at the terrible truth.
The remarkable story of Florence Nightingale, from her privileged childhood to the horrors of her work in the Crimea and as a hospital reformer. Illustrated with evocative, full colour pictures. Usborne Famous Lives retell the stories of fascinating people, bringing them vividly to life for confident readers. Part of Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers. Quick links httpwww.usborne.comquicklinksengcataloguecatalogue.aspx?cat1locukid1553
A Japanese folktale retold with simple text to help beginner readers develop reading stamina. When Mrs. Ping wishes for a little child, thats exactly what she gets. But theres something very unusual about this particular boy. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
A delightful Japanese folktake told for beginner readers developing reading stamina through simple, repetitive text. Father Mouse wants his daughter to marry the most powerful husband in the world. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
A faithful retelling of Robert Louis Stevensons classic story of daring, intrigue and danger. Clearly written in a modern, approachable style to introduce young readers to muchloved classic stories. Includes informative notes on both the author and the original text. Ideal for encouraging young readers to pursue an interest in literature.
This classic fairytale from the Brothers Grimm shows Hansel and Gretel pit their wits against their evil stepmother and a wicked witch. Cheerily illustrated throughout by Jan McCafferty. Young readers will treasure this gift edition, which is published in hardback with a ribbon marker. Part of Young Reading Series 1 for readers growing in confidence.