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Moby Dick

Melville Herman, 2007

Provides a simplified and shortened retelling of a literary classic. This book intends to encourage enthusiastic young readers to pursue an interest in literature. It is also suitable for older readers who prefer a quick read. Подробнее

Under the Ground

Frith Alex, 2007

Go on a journey to the centre of the earth and back with this brand new title in the ground-breaking See Inside series. This subject is perfect for the lift-the-flap treatment and the book uses embedded flaps to great effect to explain the world under our feet, from plants and animals to underground trains and pipes, right through to the earth's core past gold mines, stalagmites and fossils. It contains over 50 flaps to lift. Подробнее

The House of Shadows Intended for children whose reading ability is beginning to grow, this title helps build confidence and ability. It is part of the Usborne Young Reading Series Two. Подробнее

The Fairground Ghost

Everett Felicity, 2007

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. Подробнее

The Shocking Story of Electricity

Claybourne Anna, 2007

The story of one of the modern world's most valuable inventions told for children growing in reading confidence. An exploration of the fascinating story of electricity from earliest experiments to the gadgets and gizmos of the modern world. Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University. Подробнее

The Story of Ships

Bingham Jane, 2007

A new edition of this Young Reading Series Two, which is aimed at children whose reading ability is beginning to grow, and helps build confidence and ability. It tells the story of ships and sailing, from the humble rafts of cavemen to the majestic tea clippers of the Golden Age and today's giant tankers.It is colourfully illustrated by Colin King. It is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is a senior lecturer in education and an early reading specialist from Roehampton University. Подробнее

50 Science Things to Make and Do

Knighton Kate, 2007

These cards bring a fresh and exciting approach to the practical world of science, combining creative arts and crafts activities with the basics of physics, chemistry and biology. Contains 50 stimulating and original activities, including foaming monsters, hanging crystals and kaleidoscopes. Подробнее

Maths

Frith Alex, 2008

This is a brand new title in the innovative See Inside series, putting the often intimidating world of mathematics into simple, easy-to-follow language and showing how maths fits into readers' everyday life. It introduces mathematical concepts in the simplest of terms from basic addition and subtraction, through multiplication and division to square roots and algebra. As well as over 50 embedded flaps to lift, each page includes a host of puzzles and games for readers to test their newfound maths skills on, making the book an interactive and informative experience. It is illustrated in a fun and accessible style by Colin King. Подробнее

Tom Sawyer

Brook Henry, 2007

This is a simplified and shortened retelling of the Mark Twain classic which remains faithful to the original text in the treatment of the story.It follows the mischief-filled antics of Tom Sawyer, who is always getting into trouble, whether playing pirates on the Mississippi River, getting lost in caves or wriggling his way out of punishment.It is perfect for enthusiastic young readers, who will be mesmerised by these stories and encouraged to pursue an interest in literature. Подробнее

Why Should I Bother About the Planet

Meredith Sue, 2008

This is an informative guide to one of the hottest subjects around at the moment; mankind's effects on the planet and how we can reverse them. Written in a conversational style, this book offers children an approachable source of information on key subjects such climate change, recycling, energy sources and the small differences we can all make to save our planet. It is accompanied by the witty and vibrant illustrations of Adam Larkum. It is written in conjunction with climate change experts. Подробнее

The Story of Science

Claybourne Anna, 2008

This book contains real life stories and fascinating facts about the origins of some of the most important scientific discoveries in history. It covers such diverse subjects as geology, the solar system, physics, chemistry, biology and medicine. The development of each scientific theory and discovery is detailed over each double page, showing not only how scientists discovered them, but also how they have influenced the other discoveries that followed. It is humorously illustrated by Adam Larkum. It contains a full glossary of technical terms and Internet-links to encourage further learning. Подробнее

Macbeth

Mason Conrad, 2008

This is a new title in Young Reading Series Two, which is aimed at children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer and more complex stories. It presents Shakespeare's classic tale of madness and murder, treachery and witchcraft retold for a younger audience. It is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is a senior lecturer in education and an early reading specialist from Roehampton University. Подробнее

Canterbury Tales

Davidson Susanna, 2008

A simplified and shortened retelling of the Chaucer classic, which remains faithful to the original Middle English text in the treatment of the story. Подробнее

World of Ballet

Tatchell Judy, 2009

This is a fresh new edition of this comprehensive book perfect for anyone who has ever wanted to dance, or to look behind the scenes at the enchanting world of ballet. The topics covered include: the history of ballet and its most famous names; how ballets are staged; the basics of ballet, with step-by-step photographs of exercises featuring professional dancers; and, a glossary of ballet terms, including a useful pronunciation guide. It also contains fully-updated internet links. Подробнее

Don Quixote

Sebag-Montefiore Mary, 2010

This is a new title in the Usborne Reading Programme based on the famous Russian folktale, which is aimed at children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer and more complex stories. Don Quixote has read so many books about knights and wizards, damsels and elves, he's gone completely nuts and wants to be a knight himself. Recruiting Sancho Panza as his squire, he sets off on an adventure that has amazed readers for centuries. It is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is a senior lecturer in education and an early reading specialist from Roehampton University. Подробнее

Little Dorrit

Sebag-Montefiore Mary, 2010

This is a new title in Young Reading, Series Three, based on the classic novel by Charles Dickens. It is aimed at children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer and more complex stories. Set against various backdrops including the Marshalsea Debtor's Prison, Bleeding Heart Yard (a Victorian slum) and the glittering cities of Europe, this is full of the usual Dickens themes: love, honour, loyalty, betrayal and hypocrisy. This title is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is Principal Lecturer in Education from Roehampton University and an early reading specialist. It has beautifully produced hardback with ribbon marker. Подробнее

Illustrated Stories for Children A gorgeous gift for young children, this fabulous treasury of Usborne Young Reading titles will delight and entertain with its mix of classic fairytales and original stories. It features well-known classics alongside brand-new stories. It is full of ghosts, pirates, princesses, monsters and fairies. Usborne's Young Reading series was developed in conjunction with an expert from Roehampton University and is designed to encourage independent reading. Each individual story has clear, engaging text and is accompanied by original illustrations. Подробнее

Animal Alphabet: Activity Book

Mackinnon Mairi, 2013

A write-in book to help practise the alphabet with a menagerie of weird and wonderful animals. It features lots of things to spot beginning with each letter of the alphabet, puzzles to solve and other activities to reinforce learning. Подробнее

The Odyssey

Stowell Louie, 2011

This is a brand new retelling of Homer's Odyssey, the story of a clever but unlucky Greek hero who just wants to get home... but fate has other ideas. It is a new title in Young Reading Series Three, part of the Usborne Reading Programme. It is aimed at fully confident readers who can manage sub-plots and complex sentence structure but don't have the stamina for standard-length books. It is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is a Principal Lecturer in Education and an early reading specialist from Roehampton University. Подробнее

Hercules: The World's Strongest Man

Frith Alex, 2011

This is a brand new retelling of the action-packed story of Heracles as he completes his most famous set of challenges: the Twelve Tasks. It is a new title in Young Reading Series Two, part of the Usborne Reading Programme. Aimed at children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer and more complex stories. It is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is Principal Lecturer in education and an early reading specialist from Roehampton University. Подробнее

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