A retelling of an Indian folktale about a time when elephants could flybut flying elephants can mean big trouble! First Reading Level 2 are real books for beginner readers ready to tackle more complicated storylines and sentence structures. Featuring the colourful illustrations of Katie Lovell. Includes several pages of readingrelated puzzles. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Music by Anthony Marks.
A look into the world of elephants, following a baby elephant as it takes its first wobbly steps and journeys across the plains of Africa. Combines fascinating information with simple flowing text to excite and further inspire beginner readers. Includes elephant facts, index and internet links to carefully selected websites. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
Inspiring tales of the often heroic roles animals have played in modern and ancient wars. The Usborne Reading Programme has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University. Young Reading Series 3 is designed to provide more complex stories for confident readers. Published in association with the Imperial War Museum. From Hannibals elephants to World War One carrier pigeons and parachuting dogs in World War Two, children can discover how extraordinary animals have shaped the course of confli
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).
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.
The classic Korean tale retold for children just beginning to read. When a thief steals the Kings most precious treasure, a magic millstone that makes whatever the king wants, he gets more than he bargained for. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
A humorous story for children just beginning to read. Whoever heard of a dragon who doesnt like fighting? And what will happen when the boldest dragon fighter of them all comes to stay? Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
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 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.
The classic tale of The Three Little Pigs retold with simple text and delightful illustrations. When mums house becomes too small, its time for Pinky, Percy and Poppy Pig to build houses of their own. But will they chose their materials wisely and escape the Big Bad Wolf? Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
The life of the famous Elizabethan sea captain told for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories. Daring and ruthless, Francis Drake sailed the oceans in search of land and treasure for Queen Elizabeth I. Includes internet links to carefully selected websites to find out more. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Quick links httpwww.usborne.comquicklinksengcataloguecatalogue.aspx?cat1locukid2632
A charming new version of the classic nursery rhyme for beginner readers ready to tackle slightly more complicated storylines and sentence structures. Its dinner time for Old Mother Hubbards dog. But the cupboard is bare! Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Includes several pages of readingrelated puzzles.
The famous gothic novel retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Deep below the Paris Opera House lurks a secret. Who is the mysterious phantom who haunts the stars of the stage? Hauntingly illustrated by Victor Tavares. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
Aesops fable retold for beginner readers ready to tackle slightly more complicated storylines and sentence structures. Daisy doesnt have any money, but she has lots of imagination! When a farmer offers her a gold coin, she dreams of all the things she could buy and then disaster strikes! Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Includes several pages of readingrelated puzzles.
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 readingrelated puzzles.
A colouring book based on the bestselling First Hundred Words series. Each detailed scene, with smaller pictures labelled in Spanish around the edge, is just begging to be coloured in! Readers can listen to all the words read by a native Spanish speaker at the Usborne Quicklinks Website.