One of Shakespeares greatest plays retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Macbeth is the bravest general in Scotland, and a loyal servant to King Duncan. But then he hears that one day, he could be king himself. Mad with ambition, Macbeth sets out on a bloody path to power. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. With internet links to find out more about Shakespeare and the play.
An exciting story from the legend of Robin Hood, retold for for children growing in reading confidence and ability. When Much Middletons father is arrested by the evil Sheriff of Nottingham, Much seeks the help of the mysterious outlaw, Robin Hood. Beautifully illustrated by Alan Marks. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
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.
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
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
The classic story of Little Red Riding Hood retold with simple text for children just beginning to read. Accompanied by clear and vivid illustrations throughout. Attractive hardback book with ribbon marker. Developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University. For children just starting to read alone.
The classic fairytale told with simple text and attractive illustrations for children just starting to read. Naughty Goldilocks sneaks into the bears house and eats all their porridge, breaks their furniture and sleeps in their beds. She is in for a nasty surprise when the bears return home... Developed in conjunction with a reading expert from Roehampton University. Beautifully produced hardback with coloured endpapers and ribbon marker.
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.
Aesops fable of kindness and friendship retold with simple text to help beginner readers develop reading stamina. Its a hard life being a slave in Ancient Rome. So Androcles escapes to the forest and comes face to face with a lion. But could the mighty beast and the runaway slave help each other out? 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.
When life on the farm becomes too dangerous for a donkey, a dog, a cat and a rooster, they decide to join a band but the band are really a rascally gang of robbers! First Reading Level 3 are real books for beginner readers which develop reading stamina through simple, repetitive text. Featuring the colourful illustrations of Mike Gordon. Includes several pages of readingrelated puzzles. 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.
Leopard loves to bang his drum, but when he refuses to share it with the Sky God, he finds himself in a lot of trouble! Based on a West African folktale. First Reading Level 3 are real books for beginner readers which develop reading stamina through simple, repetitive text. 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.
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.