Usborne

Punter Russell, 2010

This is a luxury edition combining two popular titles from the «Young Reading» series: «Stories of Santa» and «Stories of Snowmen». It contains six original festive stories guaranteed to excite, engage and entertain children in the run-up to Christmas. It is colourfully illustrated by Philip Webb. Picture book-sized, this book is perfect for sharing with young children and also for children who are just beginning to read alone. Подробнее

A Bus for Miss Moss

Mackinnon Mairi, 2010

The third title in the new «Usborne Very First Reading» series, designed for younger children to introduce them to reading together with their parents. Parents and children take turns to read from the page (the text clearly marked for who should be reading) and as the books progress in the series the adults read less and less and the child more and more. There are puzzles at the end to check the child's understanding of the text and guidance notes for the parents. Beautiful illustrations help to motivate beginner readers. Подробнее

Britain Since the War

Brook Henry, 2010

This is a stylish new addition in the «History of Britain» series, chronicling the story of Britain from 1945 to the turn of the millennium. It covers some of the most important aspects of the mid to late Twentieth Century including The Cold War, the end of the Empire, Multi-cultural Britain, Thatcherism and the advances in science, technology and communications. Illustrated with a wide variety of contemporary photographs, posters and cartoons, it also features maps, timelines and quotes from major figures and popular songs. It comes with internet-links to recommended websites with photos, quizzes, case studies and film footage. Подробнее

The Boy Who Cried Wolf (+ Audio CD)

Mackinnon Mairi, 2011

Eight titles in the popular «First Reading» series are re-issued with hardback covers with audio CDs inserted into a wallet inside the back cover, making this book and CD easy to store together. «The Young Reading» series is developed with reading expert Alison Kelly from Roehampton University to help young readers grow in confidence and ability. Подробнее

Bears (+ Audio CD)

Courtauld Sarah, 2011

Seven titles in the popular «First Reading» series are re-issued with hardback covers with audio CDs inserted into a wallet inside the back cover, making this book and CD easy to store together. «The Young Reading» series is developed with reading expert Alison Kelly from Roehampton University to help young readers grow in confidence and ability. Подробнее

Animals at War

George Isabel, 2006

This brand new addition to the «Usborne Young Reading» series focuses on animals and the roles they have played in conflict, both modern and ancient. Find out how elephants helped Hannibal attack Rome, why pigeons saved hundreds of lives in World Wars 1 and 2 and how a little donkey called Murphy came to the rescue of wounded soldiers in World War One, along with many other stories of heroism and courage. Usborne's «Young Reading» series was developed in conjunction with experts from Roehampton University and is designed to encourage independent reading. Each title has clear, engaging text and is accompanied by original illustrations. Подробнее

Anglo-Saxons and Vikings

Maskell Hazel, 2010

This title tells the story of how Britain emerged from the Dark Ages, from bloodshed on the battlefield and kings in crisis, to monks and murder. It is full of intriguing facts, illustrations, photographs, detailed reconstructions, paintings, maps and timelines. It features internet links to websites to find out more, and lists of places to visit throughout Britain. It also includes information on the 'Mercian treasure trove' — a hoard of Anglo-Saxon gold recently discovered in Staffordshire. Подробнее

Androcles and the Lion (+ Audio CD)

Punter Russell, 2011

Seven titles in the popular «First Reading» series are re-issued with hardback covers with audio CDs inserted into a wallet inside the back cover, making the book and CD easy to store together. «The Young Reading» series is developed with reading expert Alison Kelly from Roehampton University to help young readers grow in confidence and ability. Подробнее

Alexander the Great

Bingham Jane, 2004

This brand new series brings to life the fascinating lives of famous historical figures. Lively speech, gentle humour and full-colour illustrations bring the reader close to the action as they learn about each famous character. Подробнее

The Adventures of Sinbad the Sailor (+ Audio CD)

Daynes Katie, 2011

A classic adventure story for children who have just started to read alone. Sinbad is the most fearless sailor on the seven seas, facing trolls, giants, whales and wild storms on his adventures. But is his luck about to run out? Vibrantly illustrated by Paddy Mounter. Developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University. Подробнее

1001 Things to Spot at Christmas

Frith Alex, 2009

This is a jolly puzzle book stuffed full of Christmas things to find and count. Busy scenes, including Christmas Land, a snowball fight and Santa's workshop, burst with things for children to find, count and talk about. It helps develop vital word and number skills. Подробнее

1000 Christmas Stickers

Watt Fiona, 2010

WARNING! Not suitable for children under 36 months because of small parts. Choking Hazard Children will love this great book filled with dozens of festive scenes to cover in stickers. With no text on the pages telling children how to fill a scene, young imaginations are allowed to run wild. Scenes include a busy high-street, building snowmen, Santa's workshop, decorating the Christmas tree and winter fun on a frozen lake. Extra stickers can be used on Christmas cards and decorations. Подробнее

Chicken licken: Level 3 (First Reading) Part of the First Reading series, this title is intended for children who are beginning to read by themselves. Featuring illustrations, it helps them build their burgeoning reading skills. Подробнее

On the Farm

Davidson Susanna, 2011

This is a new title in the fantastic «First Reading Series», part of the Usborne Reading Programme. It is aimed at children who are beginning to read. It tells the story of life on a busy farm, from early morning when the cockerel crows to when the tractor chugs home at night. It is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is Principal Lecturer in Education from Roehampton University and an early reading specialist. Every title in this series features clear and compelling text accompanied by charming and highly appealing illustrations. It is designed to motivate children as they learn to read. Подробнее

123

Brooks Felicity, 2011

This is a fantastic new title with wipe-clean pages and a special pen, loaded with special activities to help children learn their first numbers. This title includes each activity that is specially designed to help children learn to count, either by themselves or with the help of a parent or carer. Activities include tracing the numbers to help improve handwriting, doodling to complete the simple number-themed scenes and joining the dots to aid counting skills. It includes each brightly-illustrated page that is wipe-clean so that children can write on them with the special pen over and over again. Подробнее

Animals

Baggott Stella, 2011

This is an exciting addition to the successful Baby's Very First series of word books, touchy-feely books and buggy books. Each pack contains ten double-sided flashcards, with eye-catching illustrations which are specially designed to be visually stimulating. Printed on multi-coloured foam board, they are lightweight and perfect for little hands to hold. These cards are fully safety tested according to British and European Safety Standards. Подробнее

French for Beginners

Fox Christyan, 2010

Containing 200 simple words, this title features illustrated flashcards that make learning a new language easy and fun. Each card has a simple illustration and the word underneath with the translation in smaller type at the bottom on one side. Подробнее

Spanish for Beginners

Fox Christyan, 2010

Containing 200 simple words, this title features illustrated flashcards that makes learning a new language easy and fun. Each card has a simple illustration and the word underneath with the translation in smaller type at the bottom on one side. Подробнее