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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- 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- 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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USBORNE YOUNG READING – PIRATE ADVENTURES
Three stories about pirates and their adventures include a pirate who falls for a trick while trying to break out of prison, a cabin boy with a secret, and a competition among pirates for a chest full of treasure.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – MYSTERY MANSION
A chilling story for children growing in reading confidence and ability. When the worst nightmares of the villagers of Nether Bogey seem to be coming true, Harry suspects that something is amiss. Could Mystery Mansion and the shadowy characters who live there have something to do with it? Atmospherically illustrated by Sue Hellard. Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – MACBETH
One of Shakespeare’s greatest tales retold for English language learners. Macbeth is the bravest general in Scotland, and a loyal servant to King Duncan. But then he hears that one day, he could be king himself. Mad with ambition, Macbeth sets out on a bloody path to power.
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – HAMLET
Shakespeare’s classic story retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. When a ghostly figure appears to Prince Hamlet, he discovers the dreadful truth about his father’s death. His quest for revenge leads him into a world of mayhem, madness and murder. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. With links to recommended websites for children to find out more about Shakespeare and the play
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USBORNE YOUNG READING – EAST OF THE SUN,WEST OF THE MOON
This is a new title in “Young Reading Series Two”, part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme, which is aimed at children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer and more complex stories. This title is based on a Scandinavian fairytale. Asta’s father gives her to a talking white bear in exchange for wealth and she is taken away to the bear’s castle. But is there more to this bear than meets the eye? 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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