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The classic fable retold with simple text for children just beginning to read. Harry Hare thinks he is the fastest runner around, and when he suggests a race, nobody expects Tom Tortoise to even take up the challenge, let alone stand a chance of winning. But could they all be in for a big surprise? Humorously illustrated by Daniel Howarth. Developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University. Available as ebook with narration in British English (only on tablets that support audio). Σελίδες: 48, Διαστάσεις: 14x14cm

Attractively presented retelling of the story with fabulous illustrations. Clear, engaging text to encourage independent reading with direct speech and speech bubbles. With Internet links via the Usborne Quicklinks Website where readers can find out more about Shakespeare and listen to famous passages from the play. Usborne Young Reading has been developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, Senior Lecturer at Roehampton University. Part of Young Reading Series 2 for readers growing in confidence. Σελίδες: 64, Διαστάσεις: 13.7x13.7cm

Usborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own. Vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, accompanied by short, informative text. Developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Carefully selected Internet links to exciting websites to find out more. Great reading practice for children who prefer fact to fiction. Σελίδες: 32, Διαστάσεις: 15.6x15.6cm

Sid the dinosaur loves scaring his friends with his roar. But what happens when he loses his voice? Find out in the very first book in the popular Dinosaur Tales series. Σελίδες: 48, Διαστάσεις: 13.6x13.6cm

Usborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own. Vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, accompanied by short, informative text. Developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Carefully selected Internet links to exciting websites to find out more. Great reading practice for children who prefer fact to fiction. Σελίδες: 32, Διαστάσεις: 15.6x15.6cm

Three original pony tales for children who are just beginning to learn how to read. Meet a pony who is scared of loud noises, a pony who is always making mischief and a small Shetland who is about to make a big delivery… Colourfully illustrated by Peter Kavanagh. Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University. Σελίδες: 48, Διαστάσεις: 13.9x13.9cm

Three hilarious, original tales of some not-so-scary mythical fire-breathing beasts. Each title is vividly illustrated, and is clearly laid out with speech bubbles to aid the narrative flow. Developed in conjunction with reading experts at the University of Surrey. Σελίδες: 48, Διαστάσεις: 13.8x13.8cm

Every day, Sam takes the same old sheep up the same old mountain. What can he do to make life more exciting? First Reading Level 3 are real books for beginner readers which develop reading stamina through simple, repetitive text. Includes several pages of reading-related puzzles. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Σελίδες: 48, Διαστάσεις: 14x14cm

Thoughtful account of the extraordinary life of Anne Frank for young readers. Lively narrative text, colourful illustrations and photographs bring the subject alive. Includes essential facts and insightful details to help the reader understand Anne Frank\'s life and times and links to websites with videos, activities and virtual tours. Part of Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers. Σελίδες: 64, Διαστάσεις: 13.7x13.7cm

Which bird lays the biggest egg in the world and how do tiny chicks learn to fly? Beginner readers can find answers to these questions and more in this colourful information book. Illustrated with fabulous photos and artwork. Easy-to-read text specially written with the help of a reading expert. Internet links to carefully selected websites with pictures, information and activities. Σελίδες: 32, Διαστάσεις: 15.8x15.8cm

When Tom makes a cat of ice and snow, it comes to life at night: roaming the streets, prowling his dreams. What can it be looking for? Curl up with Cat Tales from award-winning and enchanting storyteller, Linda Newbery. Σελίδες: 80, Διαστάσεις: 13.2x13.2cm

The Easter story charmingly retold in very simple language. Colourfully illustrated throughout by Norman Young. Perfect for beginner readers - valuable at home, school, or Sunday school. Σελίδες: 16, Διαστάσεις: 20.9x20.9cm

How big were dinosaurs and what did they eat? Which were friendly and which were scary? For children beginning to read on their own, this book is an exciting introduction to dinosaurs. Illustrated with fabulous photos and artwork. Easy-to-read text specially written with the help of a reading expert. Internet links to carefully selected websites with pictures, information and activities. Σελίδες: 32, Διαστάσεις: 15.6x15.6cm

The story of the boy pharaoh and the discovery of his tomb and treasures vividly retold for young readers. Illustrations and hand-coloured photographs of real-life places, people and objects bring the story to life. Part of Young Reading Level 3, created for children ready to tackle longer stories and more diverse subjects. Developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University. With Internet links to recommended websites via the Usborne Quicklinks Website. Σελίδες: 64, Διαστάσεις: 14.2x14.2cm

Friendly and accessible encyclopedia packed with amazing facts. Topics range from Planet Earth, plants and animals, to famous people and discoveries. Colourfully illustrated with clearly written explanations. Σελίδες: 136, Διαστάσεις: 15.4x15.4cm

A delightful version of Shakespeare\'s play specially retold for children to read themselves. The enchanting story of magic and mix-ups, fairies and fools is retold in a captivating style, with beautiful illustrations that bring the characters to life. Includes links to carefully chosen websites with video clips and activities. Part of Young Reading Series 2 for readers growing in confidence. Σελίδες: 64, Διαστάσεις: 13.4x13.4cm

Enter a magical world of friendship and fun!In the sixth book of the first Secret Kingdom series, every fairy in the kingdom is at Glitter Beach to watch the magic being renewed in the kingdom for another year. But Queen Malice is also nearby... Can Ellie, Summer and Jasmine save the glitter dust and keep the magic alive? Secret Kingdom is a brand new series full of the things girls love most: special friendships, secrets and magical adventures. Newly confident readers will be swept away by the magical stories of three children whose courage and resourcefulness save a fantastical land from disaster.Full of all the things little girls love best: special friendships, secrets and magical adventures, all set in an incredible kingdom!Eye-catching illustrations throughout.Become best friends with Ellie, Summer and Jasmine - plus Trixi the pixie!Help Ellie, Summer and Jasmine save the Secret Kingdom from wicked Queen Malice and her naughty storm sprites. A new exciting adventure in each and every book. Σελίδες: 128, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0828, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm

Captain Mac needs a crew for his ship – quick! Part of the award-winning “Usborne Very First Reading” series specially developed in consultation with literacy experts to help children learn to read. Features superb illustrations to accompany the rhyming story. Designed for a child to read together with an adult, allowing the child to gradually take a greater share of the story in each book to achieve confident, independent reading. Followed by fun puzzles to test comprehension and provide further practice.Includes guidance notes for parents and teachers, with further extensive support on the Usborne Quicklinks Website. Σελίδες: 32, Διαστάσεις: 13.7x13.7cm

A fascinating information book about the history of the Celts and how they lived, full of facts, illustrations and photographs of historical artefacts. Children can learn how the Celts built their forts on hills to defend them more easily, see the different kinds of food they ate and follow the different festivals celebrated throughout the year. Σελίδες: 32, Διαστάσεις: 15.6x15.6cm

Three thrilling adventures telling the story of the legendary wizard, specially written for children who are starting to read on their own. Stories follow the mighty wizard as he outwits a cruel king, faces fearsome dragons and guides a prince to his destiny. With easy-to-read text and vibrant illustrations to capture the attention of even the most reluctant reader. Developed in consultation with reading experts at Roehampton University to help young readers grow in confidence and ability. Σελίδες: 48, Διαστάσεις: 13.4x13.4cm

THE ENDURING MYTH THAT MAKES US HUMAN What makes a hero? Who better to answer that question than Lee Child… ‘It’s Lee Child. Why would you not read it?’ Karin Slaughter ‘I don\'t know another author so skilled at making me turn the page’ The Times In his first work of nonfiction, the creator of the multimillion-selling Jack Reacher series explores the endurance of heroes from Achilles to Bond, showing us how this age-old myth is a fundamental part of what makes us human. He demonstrates how hero stories continue to shape our world – arguing that we need them now more than ever. From the Stone Age to the Greek Tragedies, from Shakespeare to Robin Hood, we have always had our heroes. The hero is at the centre of formative myths in every culture and persists to this day in world-conquering books, films and TV shows. But why do these characters continue to inspire us, and why are they so central to storytelling? Scalpel-sharp on the roots of storytelling and enlightening on the history and science of myth, The Hero is essential reading for anyone trying to write or understand fiction. Child teaches us how these stories still shape our minds and behaviour in an increasingly confusing modern world, and with his trademark concision and wit, demonstrates that however civilised we get, we’ll always need heroes. Σελίδες: 96, Διαστάσεις: 11.1x11.1cm

Explore the farmyard, visit the cowshed and meet a whole host of friendly animals in this delightful book. With over 250 stickers to bring the beautifully illustrated scenes to life. Σελίδες: 32, Διαστάσεις: 17.6x17.6cm

Turn the pages to explore an amazing zoo filled with elephants, lions, tigers, flamingos, giraffes and more. There are lots of scenes to fill with animals, including an aquarium, monkey enclosure, lion\'s den and bird house. With over 240 stickers and lots of animal words to learn. Σελίδες: 32, Διαστάσεις: 15.9x15.9cm

A lovely little sticker book with dolls to dress, kittens to play with and pages to decorate with delightful stickers. Scenes include feeding time, visiting a cat café, exploring outside and lots more. With over 300 reusable stickers of kittens, outfits and accessories, plus a fold-out back cover to store stickers when not in use. Σελίδες: 44, Διαστάσεις: 17.1x17.1cm

Celebrate springtime with little lambs, bouncing bunnies and fluffy chicks in this charming sticker book. There are over 250 stickers to bring the scenes to life, including an Easter egg hunt, an Easter parade and fields to fill with animals. Σελίδες: 32, Διαστάσεις: 17.5x17.5cm

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. Σελίδες: 48, Διαστάσεις: 13.7x13.7cm

Bring the magical world of unicorns to life in this gorgeous activity book, perfect for unicorn lovers of all ages. There are 600 transfers of unicorns, stars and snowflakes to decorate the pages, and adorable unicorn pictures to colour, too. Σελίδες: 24, Διαστάσεις: 17.3x17.3cm

Little owl is hiding! Very young children will love peeping through the holes and touching the textured pages in this beautiful hide-and-seek board book, spotting squirrels, bats and kittens along the way. Part of a gorgeous series for babies and toddlers, perfect for fans of That’s not my… Σελίδες: 12, Διαστάσεις: 15.8x15.8cm

This magical little sticker book is full of woodland fairy dolls to dress. There are lots of enchanting scenes to decorate, from a fairy garden and dawn chorus to gathering acorns and picking berries. With over 200 reusable stickers of outfits, woodland creatures and flowers, plus a fold-out back cover to \'park\' stickers whilst they\'re not in use. Σελίδες: 44, Διαστάσεις: 17.7x17.7cm

Join a group of mermaid friends as they swim in a lagoon, get ready for Princess Coralie\'s birthday party, dance in the underwater palace and lots more. With over 200 stickers of mermaids, sea creatures and shells to bring the magical scenes to life. Σελίδες: 32, Διαστάσεις: 18.1x18.1cm

Enter a magical world filled with unicorns in this enchanting sticker book, with scenes to decorate including a cloud castle, woodland waterfall and lots more. There are over 300 stickers of unicorns, flowers and other adorable creatures. The perfect gift for unicorn lovers. Σελίδες: 32, Διαστάσεις: 17.1x17.1cm

Little puppy is hiding! Very young children will love peeping through the holes and touching the textured pages in this beautiful hide-and-seek board book, spotting tortoises, cats and dragonflies along the way. Part of a charming series for babies and toddlers, perfect for fans of That\'s not my. Σελίδες: 12, Διαστάσεις: 15.9x15.9cm

Naughty Crab keeps making trouble... can the Wise Man stop him? This charmingly illustrated adaptation of one of Rudyard Kipling’s much-loved Just So Stories is part of the Usborne Reading Programme, specially written for children who are learning to read. With entertaining puzzles to solve at the end. Σελίδες: 32, Διαστάσεις: 13.3x13.3cm

Is London the rainiest city in Europe? Where are the Crown Jewels kept? And where is TV soap opera EastEnders set? From royal homes to Sherlock Holmes, this book is packed with over 250 quick-fire questions for the whole family to enjoy. Includes multiple choice, true or false and odd-one-out questions, and all the answers at the back of the book. Σελίδες: 64, Διαστάσεις: 13.5x13.5cm

Watch the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace, sail along the River Thames and visit Trafalgar Square as you sticker your way through London\'s famous landmarks. With over 250 stickers to bring the bustling scenes to life, including tourists, London buses and Beefeaters, plus carefully selected links to websites with photos and video clips. Σελίδες: 32, Διαστάσεις: 21.7x21.7cm

Little children can bring the Nativity story to life with this enchanting sticker book. There are colourful scenes of Mary and Joseph\'s journey to Bethlehem, Jesus\' birth, the arrival of the shepherds and the Three Wise Men , and 230 stickers of people, animals and angels to add to the pages. A lovely introduction to the Christmas story. Σελίδες: 32, Διαστάσεις: 21.6x21.6cm