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USBORNE YOUNG READING – THE DINOSAURS NEXT DOOR
The eccentric Mr. Puff lives next door to Sam in a house full of interesting things – including a basket of dinosaur eggs! When the dinosaurs begin to grow, something needs to be done – fast! An amusing, original story with easy reading text, speech bubbles and delightful illustrations on every page. Specially written as part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme for children who have just started reading alone.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – THE FIREBIRD
The Russian folktale retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Prince Ivan sets off in search of the Firebird, which has been stealing his father’s golden apples. A story of bravery, determination and magic that has captivated generations, and inspired iconic paintings, music and ballet. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – THE MAGIC GIFTS
This title is a new addition to “Young Reading Series One”, part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme, based on the Chinese myth. It is aimed at children just beginning to read to help build confidence and ability. When three brothers inherit their father’s fortune, greedy Ying and Yong keep it all for themselves, leaving poor Chin to live a simple life. But Chin’s act of kindness to a mysterious monk leads to a magical reward. This title is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is a senior lecturer in education and an early reading specialist from Roehampton University. It features beautifully produced hardback with ribbon marker to encourage pride in book ownership.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – THE MINOTAUR
Theseus is determined to slay the monster that lives at the heart of the Labyrinth. But even if he succeeds, will he make it back home to Athens in one piece? Part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme, based on the Greek myth, aimed at children just beginning to read to help build confidence and ability. This title is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is a senior lecturer in education and an early reading specialist from Roehampton University.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – THE MONSTER GANG
An original story for children who have just started reading on their own. One rainy Saturday, Ellie and her friends set up the Monster Gang. But one of the gang is hiding a big secret. Will he be found out? Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
The Phantom of the Opera lurks beneath the Paris opera house, a mysterious shadow who takes young opera singer Christine under his tutelage and transforms her into a star. But will his growing obsession with Christine, and her blossoming romance with Count Raoul, be the end of them all? Specially rewritten as part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme, aimed at children growing in reading confidence and ability.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – THE RAILWAY CHILDREN
A brand new addition to “Usborne Young Reading Series 2”, aimed at children whose reading ability is beginning to grow, building confidence and ability. “The Railway Children” is a re-telling of the beloved E. Nesbitt story following the story of three children growing up after their father is wrongly accused of spying. It is evocatively illustrated by Alan Marks. It is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is a senior lecturer in education and an early reading specialist from Roehampton University.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – THE SORCERER’S APPRENTICE
A classic story re-told for children just beginning to read. When Max the lazy sorcerer’s apprentice dabbles in magic beyond his abilities, he finds himself in a world of trouble. Can he fix everything before the old sorcerer returns, or will he find himself suddenly out of a job?! Usborne Young Reading has been developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – THE STORY OF HEIDI
A Swiss orphan girl named Heidi is heartbroken when she must leave her beloved grandfather and their happy home in the mountains to go to school and to care for an invalid girl in the city.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – THE TWELVE DANCING PRINCESSES
This is the classic fairytale about the princesses who like to have fun. When their father finds out they’ve been sneaking out to go dancing, he’s furious. ‘Dancing is banned!’, he declares. But will that stop them? It is part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – TWELFTH NIGHT
Shakespeare’s classic comedy specially retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. When Viola is left shipwrecked on the coast of Illyria, she must disguise herself as a boy for protection. But when she becomes a page for Duke Orsino, things start to get a little complicated.
“Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme.” – Julia Eccleshare
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USBORNE YOUNG READING- JANE EYRE
When Jane Eyre becomes a governess at the rambling mansion of Thornfield Hall, she falls in love with her mysterious employer, Mr. Rochester. But he hides a terrible secret that threatens to drive them apart… Part of the Usborne Young Reading series, this retelling of Charlotte Bronte’s timeless love story is ideal for newly independent readers.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING- JASON AND THE GOLDEN FLEECE
Jason and the Golden Fleece
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USBORNE YOUNG READING- STORIES OF VAMPIRES
Three vampire tales for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories. Young heroes and heroines meet pale and mysterious strangers. But whom should they trust And will they survive the night Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING- THE CANTERVILLE GHOST
– These great beginning reading books combine a fun-to-read story with easy-to-read text
– Series Two is for readers who are growing in confidence
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USBORNE YOUNG READING- THE FAIRGROUND GHOST
An amusing and original story for children growing in reading confidence. When the littlest ghost is deemed not scary enough by the Ghost Inspectors, he loses his job at the fairground. Can Jake help him be more scary and win his job back? Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING- THE STORY OF FLYING
The history of man-made flight for children growing in reading confidence. From Da Vinci to the Wright Brothers, find out how people dreamed of taking to the sky in complex “flying machines”, before inventions such as hot-air balloons, airships, helicopters and of course aeroplanes made it all possible. Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING- THE STRANGE CASE OF DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE
A new title in Young Reading Series Three, based on the classic spine-chiller by Robert Louis Stevenson. Aimed at children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer and more complex stories. Age 7+
The classic tale by Robert Louis Stevenson retold for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories. Something evil is loose in London. The menacing figure of Edward Hyde stalks the streets, barging into women, trampling children, and even murdering an old man. But who is Hyde? And what is his relationship with the respectable doctor, Henry Jekyll? Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.₦2,000 -
USBORNE YOUNG READING- WHITE FANG
The classic tale of White Fang, half-wolf, half-dog, by Jack London retold for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories. The story of White Fang’s epic journey from cub to sled dog to fighting dog. Living in harsh surroundings with brutal owners, every day is a battle for survival. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – ROMEO & JULIET
These two new gift editions in the “Usborne Young Reading Series” are titles to treasure, published in hardback with a ribbon marker. Each title is a classic: The tragedy of William Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” is delicately re-examined; and Lewis Carroll’s imaginative fantasy “Alice in Wonderland” is given a larger-than-life retelling. “Usborne’s Young Reading Series” was developed in conjunction with experts from the University of Surrey and is designed to encourage independent reading. Each title has clear, engaging text and is accompanied by stunning original illustrations.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – ROBINSON CRUSOE
During one of his several adventurous voyages in the 1600s, an Englishman becomes the sole survivor of a shipwreck and lives for nearly thirty years on a deserted island.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – PRIDE AND PREJUDICE
Follow the ups and downs of the Bennet family in this witty classic, full of unforgettable characters. Has the lively heroine Miss Elizabeth Bennet met her match in aloof Mr. Darcy?
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