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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...

High walls, barbed wire, savage dogs and guards who shoot to kill are just some of the obstacles faced by escaping prisoners. This book tells the extraordinary tales of men who risked their lives to regain their freedom. Part of the Usborne Young Reading series, this thrilling book is ideal for newly independent readers who prefer fact to fiction. Age 8 Key Stage KS2 H Lexile Measure 960L Book Band Brown BIC CBMC C5N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474942973 Extent: 128 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmAuthor/...

In October 1347, a terrible plague reached Europe from Asia. Seven years later, around half of the continent was dead. This is the gripping story of the ‘Black Death’ and how it changed the world, specially written for young readers who are growing in confidence. With accompanying illustrations, a timeline and links to carefully selected websites. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 H Lexile Measure 850L Book Band White BIC CBMC C5N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781409581031 Extent: 64 pages Dimensions: 196 x 1...

When Zoe discovers that Unicorn Island is flooding, she knows she has to stop the waters – and fast. Is there any way for Zoe and her best friend Astra, the fairy unicorn, to save the island from disaster? 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 760L Book Band White BIC CBMC B3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474926928 Extent: 112 pages Dimensions: 198 x 130mmIllustrator Nuno Ale...

An entertaining wipe-clean book filled with spelling activities, including adding the missing letters, choosing word endings and a spelling quiz. Part of the Usborne Key Skills series that supports the English lessons children learn at school. The wipe-clean pages offer endless practice, and answers and secret notes for grown-ups are at the back. Age 6 Key Stage KS1/2 E BIC CBMC B2L79 Paperback ISBN: 9781409564867 Extent: 24 pages Dimensions: 276 x 216mmAuthor/Editor Jane BinghamIllustrator Mart...

Selected for the Tom Fletcher Book Club 2018. Meet Ermine. She may be small but she’s on a BIG journey around the world. Ermine the Determined is off to explore NEW YORK. She can’t wait to visit Central Park Zoo, ride in a yellow taxi, and zoooom to the top of the Rockefeller building! But when her suitcase is switched, Ermine finds some robbers are hot on her tail… Ermine: one fabulously funny and furry heroine who can’t help but find adventure wherever she goes. First ...

From shark attacks to exploding spacecraft and mutiny at sea, this book tells the true stories of people who have stared death in the face and against the odds, lived to tell the tale. Part of the Usborne Young Reading series, this thrilling book is ideal for newly independent readers who prefer fact to fiction. Age 8 Key Stage KS2 E Lexile Measure 1000L Book Band Brown BIC CBMC C5N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474930109 Extent: 128 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmAuthor/Editor Paul Dowswell...

Zoe can’t wait to visit the Frost Fair with her best friend, Astra, the fairy unicorn. But when cursed snowflakes begin falling, the unicorns are turned to ice. Who could be behind this evil plan – and can Zoe and Astra stop them? A magical addition to Young Reading Series Three, for newly fluent readers who are ready for longer stories. Age 6 Key Stage KS1/2 E Lexile Measure 700L Book Band White BIC CBMC B3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474926935 Extent: 112 pages Dimensions: 198 x 130mmIl...

Meet the Twitches, four tiny rabbits who live inside a Teacup House. They belong to a girl called Stevie and she loves playing with them. But guess what? These toy rabbits have a secret. They come alive when Stevie isnt looking! Open up the Teacup House – and meet four little rabbit heroes with big ideas! Age 7 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E Lexile Measure 730L Book Band White BIC CBMC B3N79 Paperback ISBN: 9781474928120 Extent: 128 pages Dimensions: 198 x 130mmIllustrator Pippa Curnick...