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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 – THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS
Presents an abridged retelling of the escapades of four animal friends–Toad, Mole, Rat, and Badger–who live along a river in the English countryside.
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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 – THE THREE MUSKETEERS
D’Artagnan and his companions battle the intrigues of Cardinal Richelieu and a plot against the honor of the Queen of France.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – THE STORY OF TOILETS, TELEPHONES & OTHER USEFUL INVENTIONS
Explores the stories behind some of the inventions that are used every day, including toilets, telephones, frozen food, and soccer nets.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – THE STORY OF THE OLYMPICS
Looks at the history and traditions of the Olympics from ancient Greece to the present day.
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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 STORY OF CHOCOLATE
The fascinating history of chocolate, from its origins in the rainforests of Central America to shops and factories everywhere. Written as part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme, designed for children just beginning to read.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – THE STORY OF CARS
“Young Reading Series Two” is aimed at children whose reading ability is beginning to grow, and helps build confidence and ability. Six popular titles in “Usborne Young Reading Series Two” are re-issued in luxurious hardback editions with ribbon markers. “The Young Reading” series 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 SNOW QUEEN
Designed for young children who are just beginning to read alone and are looking for lively stories to tackle. Colurful pictures combine with narrative text written to encourage reading skills for developing and emergent readers. AGe 5+
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – THE SHOCKING STORY OF ELECTRICITY
‘The Shocking Story of Electricity’ is an exploration of an essential power source from earliest experiments to the gadgets and gizmos of the modern world.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – THE SECRET GARDEN
Presents an abridged version of the story of ten-year-old Mary who, after the death of her parents, comes to live in a lonely house on the Yorkshire moors where she discovers an invalid cousin and the mysteries of a locked garden.
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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 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 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 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 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 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 ENCHANTED CASTLE
A re-telling of the classic E.Nesbit story for children growing in reading confidence. The Enchanted Castle tells the story of Jerry, Jimmy and Cathy, three children who discover a magical castle occupied by an invisible princess, and enter a world full of magic and adventure. Evocatively illustrated by Alan Marks. Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – THE EMPERORS NEW CLOTHES
Coinciding with the bicentenary of the birth of Hans Christian Andersen, comes this retelling of his comical fairytale about a fashion-crazy emperor who will stop at nothing to have the most talked-about outfit in the land! Amusingly illustrated throughout by award-winning cartoonist Mike Gordon. Young readers will treasure this gift edition, which is published in hardback with a ribbon marker. The Young Reading Series is designed to encourage independent reading and covers a range of subject matter, including the retelling of children’s classics, fairytales, and a wide variety of narrative non-fiction.
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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 COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO
After being framed by jealous rivals, young sailor Edmond Dantes is sent to a gloomy prison for 20 years. He orchestrates a daring escape and disguises himself as a rich count to gain revenge on the enemies that framed him.
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