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The Greek army has been sent to Troy to recapture Helen, the most beautiful woman in the world. But how can they get inside the heavily defended city? The Greek commander, Odysseus, comes up with an extraordinary solution – but will his daring plan really work? Part of the Usborne Young Reading: Level One series for readers who have just started reading alone. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 Lexile Measure 540L Book Band Purple CEFR Level B1 Hardback with ribbon marker ISBN: 9781409522249 Extent: 48 ...

William dreams of acting and writing plays. This ambition takes him from the quiet country town of Stratford to the great playhouses of London, where his talent takes the city by storm. The life of Britain’s most famous playwright told for children ready to tackle longer and more complex books. With internet links to recommended websites to find out more about Shakespeare and his plays. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E/H Lexile Measure 820L Book Band Dark blue BIC CBMC C5N79 CEFR Level C1 Hardback wi...

A fascinating guide to the medieval world of knights and armour. Rich in historical detail, with information about how knights lived both in war and peace, the importance of chivalry and how their armour and horses helped them to win battles. Also contains a fact file with details of famous knights and a glossary of some of the specialist terms associated with knights and armour. Internet-links to recommended websites, via Usborne Quicklinks , allow children to supplement their reading with the ...

Lift the flaps to explore behind the scenes of a bustling medieval castle as Lord Robert and Lady Margaret hold a feast, watch a tournament and fight off fearsome enemies. Amid the hustle and bustle in the colourful illustrations, find flaps beneath flaps and many more surprises to keep enquiring minds entertained. Young readers can meet lords, ladies, knights and squires and find out how they live, work, fight and relax in their magnificent castle home. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 H BIC CBMC B5K79...

The Greek army has been sent to Troy to recapture Helen, the most beautiful woman in the world. But how can they get inside the heavily defended city? The Greek commander, Odysseus, comes up with an extraordinary solution – but will his daring plan really work? Part of the Usborne Young Reading: Level One series for readers who have just started reading alone. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 Lexile Measure 440L Book Band Purple CEFR Level B1 Hardback with CD - English Learner\\''s Edition ISBN: 978140...

A fascinating sticker book, with over 300 stickers to bring the scenes from Ancient Rome to life. Featuring everything from gladiators fighting in the Colosseum to a bustling Roman army camp filled with soldiers; from an extravagant banquet in a senator’s house to domestic scenes of Romans going about their daily business. A book that will educate as well as entertain! Age 5 Key Stage KS1 Paperback ISBN: 9781409530725 Extent: 24 pages 10 sticker pages Dimensions: 305 x 238mmAuthor/Editor...

The classic Greek myth retold through easy-reading text and colourful illustrations. Brave Theseus takes on the challenge of defeating the fearsome Minotaur deep in a maze of tunnels below Crete. But will he return from the Labyrinth alive? English Learners Editions are part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. They come with CD recordings in British and American English and downloadable worksheets and teachers notes. With links to fun ...

An amusing, historical sticker book, full of busy Ancient Greek scenes. Over 550 stickers to use to complete scenes of Ancient Greek homes, markets, temples and much more. Written in consultation with an historical expert, each scene includes fascinating information about Ancient Greek people, their lives, beliefs and customs. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 H BIC CBMC B5L79 Paperback ISBN: 9781409565277 Extent: 24 pages 10 pages stickers Dimensions: 305 x 238mmIllustrator Paul Nicholls...

In the land of pharaohs and pyramids, Cleopatra is a princess with an uncertain future. When her own brother tries to kill her, she realizes she cant trust anyone. Then Romes leaders start vying for her attention and cleopatra faces her greatest challenge yet. A vivid account of the life and times of Cleopatra Lively speech, gentle humour and full-colour illustrations bring the reader closer to the action as the story unfolds. Highly commended in the Longman History Today New Generation Book Awa...

Take a trip through time to a Viking farm in the year 1200! See how Knut and his family live together in a longhouse, follow Viking warriors on a raid to Ireland and join a feast to celebrate the raiders return. Lively text and cartoon-style artwork bring the characters to life and show what it was really like to live in these harsh times. Helps children recreate the past and imagine life in an earlier time. Ideal for children studying history for the first time. Useful detail for school project...

A captivating title in this hugely entertaining and informative series, which recreates the lives of famous historical figures. The compelling narrative and lively dialogue combine with full-colour illustrations to bring the story of Marie Antoinette to life. Young readers will find themselves immersed in this vivid depiction of Maire Antoinettes tumultuous life, as she grows from Austrian princess to tragic queen. Part of Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E...

The complete story of the life of Nelson Mandela: one of the most famous names in modern history. Includes insight into Mandelas rural childhood, his time with the ANC, his fight against apartheid, his time undercover as The Black Pimpernel, the 27 years he spent in prison and finally his appointment as South Africa’s first black president. A moving story of how a countrys most wanted fugitive became its greatest leader. Includes internet links to recommended websites to find out more abou...

This book contains the following titles: Sticker Dressing Explorers and Sticker Dressing Warriors. Young readers can kit out famous explorers and fierce warriors in this fantastic sticker book full of authentic detail. Includes over 350 stickers to kit out the explorers from different ages, and warriors including Celtic raiders, samurai, royal musketeers and mongol warlords. With fascinating historical facts about great explorers such as Marco Polo and astronaut Neil Armstrong. Age 5 Key Stage K...

Experience the life of luxury behind the closed doors of a royal palace in this exquisite sticker book. Explore the lavish rooms, and fill them with beautiful furniture and artefacts. Choose from over 200 stickers of bespoke furniture, regal oil paintings, chandeliers, elegant soft furnishings and lots more. Includes over 10 rooms for children to decorate as they please, including a formal saloon, the orangery and the grand master bedroom. Children will have hours of fun arranging the house to m...

Find out what life was really like in Ancient Rome through the adventures of a wealthy Roman businessman named Petronius, and his family. Watch gladiators fighting, charioteers racing, enjoy a feast, visit the baths and march into battle with the Roman Army. Lively text and cartoon-style artwork bring the characters to life and are full of historically accurate detail. Lively, informative text and detailed cartoon-style illustrations. Full of historically accurate detail. Ideal for children stud...

A beautiful doll’s house in sticker book form. Children will love adding stickers of furniture, pictures, toys, ornaments, clothes and more to the sumptuous Victorian interiors. Includes over 240 stickers, allowing readers to arrange the house just as they want it. Rooms to decorate include the children’s bedroom, drawing room, pantry and garden and much more. With internet links to websites to find out more about how people lived in Victorian times. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 BIC CBMC B2L7...

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. Internet links to recommended websites via the Usborne Quicklinks Website. Part of Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 H/E# Lexile Measure 840L Book Band...

A compelling account of the story of slavery from ancient times, through the sugar plantations of the Caribbean and America to the slave trade’s official abolition 200 years ago. Recounts the stories of individual slaves, including their journeys and escape stories, and the slave trade in the 21st century. With internet links to recommended websites with virtual tours and more information. Usborne Reading Programme has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University. Young R...

Travel back in time with this fascinating sticker book, jam-packed with information, maps and photographs taken during the First World War. Uncover the key events of the war, the military strategies that were employed on both sides and what life was like for soldiers in the trenches with over 100 stickers of photographs and artefacts to add to the pages. Includes internet links to recommended websites to find out more about the war. Published in association with Imperial War Museums. Age 7 Key S...

Colourful scenes with flaps to reveal details of life in Ancient Egypt. Each bustling scene is packed with information about life in Ancient Egypt, including worshiping in a temple, building the pyramids, and farming and trade along the River Nile. Includes simple, informative text and picture labels. Over 50 flaps to lift to reveal fascinating facts. Age 6 Key Stage KS1/2 E/H Hardback ISBN: 9780746084120 Extent: 16 pages Dimensions: 276 x 216mmAuthor/Editor Rob Lloyd JonesIllustrator David Hanc...