This is a new title in the fantastic "First Reading" series, part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme, aimed at children who are beginning to read. The King has a secret. He has donkey's ears! B…
Whoever heard of a dragon who doesn't like fighting? And what will happen when Saint George comes to stay? Simply written in lively, flowing text Usborne First Reading books are designed to capture…
A lively story with irresistible illustrations, this book is a delight to share with very young children. It can also be enjoyed by children who are beginning to read for themselves.
The much-loved story of Snow White, specially retold for beginner readers and illustrated with fresh, colourful pictures by John Joven. 'Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who's the fairest of us all?' W…
Designed to attract first readers to non-fiction, this series presents popular topics through a combination of illustrations and photographs linked by a simple text and captions. Each book includes…
A brand new retelling of the Greek myth, "Perseus and the Gorgon". Perseus is determined to rescue Andromeda, even though it means facing the hideous Gorgon, Medusa, whose glare turns warriors to s…
Down by the riverbank, Mole, Ratty, Badger and Toad are about to begin their adventures. Join in the fun in this delightful retelling of Kenneth Grahame's classic tale.
A lively story with humorous illustrations, ideal for children who are beginning to read for themselves, or for reading aloud together. With simple rhyming text and phonic repetition specially desi…
A lively story with humorous illustrations, ideal for children who are beginning to read for themselves, or for reading aloud together. With simple rhyming text and phonic repetition, this book is …
Everyone knows the story of farmer Macdonald and the multitude of noisy animals who live on his farm, quacking, mooing and neighing as they go about their business. In this picture book, the tale i…