Carti in categoria Childrens fiction books

An exciting peek into the extraordinary world of dinosaurs. Combines fascinating information with simple flowing text to excite and inspire beginner readers. Includes extra dinosaur facts, index, glossary, timeline and internet links to carefully selected websites. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Age 4 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measure 490L Book Band Turquoise CEFR Level A2 Accelerated Reader level 2.3 LYHardback with ribbon mark...

This beautifully illustrated reference book has pictures of 1000 things to eat from around the world. Children can pore over topics such as ‘Breakfast’, ‘The bakery’, ‘Italian restaurant’ and ‘Street food’, and a section called ‘Festivals and celebrations’ which shows foods associated with Ramadan, Chinese New Year, Diwali and Thanksgiving. Age 3 Key Stage KS1/2 BIC CBMC A2N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474951364 Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 29...

Discover lots of interesting things to see and do outdoors in this lovely book for grown-ups and children to share. Learn about beachcombing, animal tracking and stargazing, meet lots of birds, bugs and plants, and find advice for children on how to take care when they’re out and about. With website links for even more outdoor activities. Age 3 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 BIC CBMC A2L79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474943031 Extent: 30 pages Dimensions: 250 x 216mmAuthor/Editor Minna Lacey & Abigail Whea...

This delightfully illustrated collection of six lively stories is ideal for sharing with young children who are learning to read. Children will love the adventures of a poodle drawing doodles and a lizard in a blizzard, all with phonic rhyming text to help them recognise letter sounds. Includes notes on phonics for parents at the back of the book and a CD with accompanying audio. Age 3 Key Stage EYFS E BIC CBMC A2N79 Hardback with CD ISBN: 9781474969970 Extent: 144 pages Dimensions: 210 x 210mmA...

Who will help the Little Red Hen plant some grains of wheat? Not one of her three best friends. Find out what she does next in this lively retelling, specially written for children who are just learning to read, and with beautiful illustrations by Valentina Fontana throughout. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E BIC CBMC A3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474953481 Extent: 48 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmAuthor/Editor Fiona PatchettIllustrator Valentina Fontana...

It’s tough in the wild, whether you’re a tiny mouse or a big, scary lion. But friends can be found in the strangest of places. Aesop’s charming fable is specially retold for beginner readers in this lively retelling, and features beautiful illustrations by John Joven throughout. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E BIC CBMC A3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474956550 Extent: 48 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmIllustrator John Joven...

Axolotl longs for adventure. One day, she finds an old bottle with something amazing inside. What could it be? This entertaining story for beginner readers has simple rhyming text, stylish illustrations and parents’ notes on phonics at the back of the book. With free online audio to listen to the story and weblinks to find out more about axolotls. Age 3 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E BIC CBMC A2N79 Paperback ISBN: 9781474959483 Extent: 24 pages Dimensions: 210 x 210mmAuthor/Editor Lesley SimsIllustr...

The penguins have mysteriously disappeared from the icy seas and the mermaids are worried – where can they be? Molly and her mermaid friend, Phoebe, search everywhere. Could the Dark Queen be behind the trouble? Join Molly on her magical adventures as she helps the Animal-Keeper mermaids save the sea creatures from danger. Age 7 Key Stage KS1/2 E Lexile Measure 900L Book Band White Paperback ISBN: 97801409506348 Extent: 96 pages Dimensions: 198 x 130mmIllustrator Maria Pearson...

The wicked fairy says, “When she is sixteen, she will hurt her little hand on a spindle and die!” Instead, Princess Rose falls asleep for a thousand years. Who can wake her? Includes a word list, 5 pages of activities and free online audio (British English and American English). 500 headwords 1,194 words Please note, the Usborne English Readers series cannot be purchased via this website for delivery in Spain and Portugal due to rights restrictions. Age 4 CEFR Level A1 Paperback I...

At night when you are fast asleep, another world awakens... Explore the world of night in this gorgeous picture book and discover nocturnal animals in the countryside, cities that never sleep and the secrets of the night sky. With lots to look at and talk about on every page and links to specially selected websites with more to discover. Age 4 BIC CBMC A5N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474936606 Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 290 x 240mmIllustrator Bonnie Pang...

Flamingo can’t wait to play jungle bingo! But who will be crowned winner? This entertaining story for beginner readers has simple rhyming text and stylish illustrations throughout. A delight to share with very young children, or for beginner readers to read themselves, and with parent’s notes on phonics at the back of the book. Age 3 Key Stage KS1 E Book Band Purple BIC CBMC A2N79 Accelerated Reader level 1.7 LYPaperback ISBN: 9781474946575 Extent: 24 pages Dimensions: 210 x 210mmIll...

The circus is in town, but they need a clown. Could this be Cow’s big chance? Press the buttons on the pages to hear this entertaining story read aloud, helping beginner readers learn to read themselves. With simple rhyming text, colourful illustrations and parents’ notes on phonics at the back of the book. Age 3 Key Stage EYFS E BIC CBMC A2N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474950558 Extent: 12 pages Dimensions: 190 x 190mmIllustrator Fred Blunt...

Explore the magic and mystery of the moon, from why it changes shape and what makes it shine to how astronauts managed to land on it and what they found there. 50 years after the first Moon Landing, this delightful book makes a perfect introduction to the topic for a new generation. Age 3 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 S BIC CBMC A5K79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474948210 Extent: 12 pages Dimensions: 190 x 160mmIllustrator Marta Alvarez Miguens...

Zoe cant wait to meet Tindu, the magnificent tiger whos just arrived at Tanglewood. But Tindu seems sad, and refuses to leave his den. With the Terrific Tigers weekend just two weeks away, the pressure is on! Can Zoe dream up a plan to help Tanglewoods tiger feel happy in his new home? Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E Lexile Measure 820L Book Band White BIC CBMC C3N79 Accelerated Reader level 4 LYPaperback ISBN: 9781474903042 Extent: 176 Dimensions: 198 x 130mm...

Zoe is staying with her great-aunt when she discovers a magical world full of fairy unicorns. But soon Zoe finds out that Unicorn Island is in terrible danger. Can Zoe and her new unicorn friend, Astra, save the island – before it’s too late? An exciting new series within the Young Reading Progamme, specially written for newly fluent readers. Age 6 Key Stage KS1/2 E Lexile Measure 700L Book Band White Hardback ISBN: 9781474926898 Extent: 112 pages Dimensions: 198 x 130mmIllustrator N...

Tanglewood’s Savannah Safari is complete, and Zoe can’t wait to meet its newest inhabitants – six African elephants. But when the head of the herd stops eating, Zoe and the keepers face an elephant emergency! Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E Lexile Measure 850L Book Band White BIC CBMC C3N79 Accelerated Reader level 4 LYPaperback ISBN: 9781474932011 Extent: 176 pages Dimensions: 198 x 130mmIllustrator Chuck Groenink...

Zoe and her friend Astra, the fairy unicorn, can’t wait for the Midsummer Festival on Unicorn Island. But the island is growing hotter by the minute and the flowers are all wilting… Has Shadow, the evil fairy pony, stolen the clouds? An exciting new series within the Young Reading Programme, specially written for newly fluent readers. Age 6 Key Stage KS1/2 E Lexile Measure 700L Book Band White Accelerated Reader level 4.7 LYHardback ISBN: 9781474926904 Extent: 112 pages Dimensions:...

When Zoe visits Unicorn Island she mistakenly opens the Box of Winds, unleashing a terrible storm over the island. Can Zoe and her best friend Astra, the fairy unicorn, stop the winds before it’s too late? An exciting story from the Usborne Young Reading series, ideal for newly fluent readers who are ready for longer stories. Age 6 Key Stage KS1/2 E Lexile Measure 690L Book Band White BIC CBMC B3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474926911 Extent: 112 pages Dimensions: 198 x 130mmIllustrator Nuno Alex...

Jess is thrilled to discover that a film is being shot near Sandy Lane. She can’t wait to meet the lead actor, Bella Ford, who’s coming to the stables to learn to ride for the film. But when Bella arrives, Jess has to face a very difficult decision... This exciting tale from the Usborne Young Reading series is ideal for newly independent readers. Age 8 Key Stage KS2 E Lexile Measure 690L BIC CBMC C3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474930086 Extent: 128 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmAuthor/Edito...

A lonely young prince wants to get married, but how can he find a real princess? This stunningly illustrated version of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale is specially written for children who are just beginning to read, and features simple text and beautiful illustrations by Lorena Alvarez on every page. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measure 520L Book Band Purple BIC CBMC B3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474903905 Extent: 48 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmAuthor/Editor Mathew OldhamIllustr...