Usborne

A beautiful introduction to art for young children, packed with colourful photographs and cartoons and including thirty of the world's best-loved works of art. Ages: 6+.

Dans cet album Les mille premiers mots en russe, les jeunes qui débutent en russe, ceux qui aiment apprendre par l'image, pourront acquérir un vocabulaire de base. La conception du livre et les illustrations colorées et pleines d'humour de Stephen Cartwright plairont à un grand nombre de lecteurs d'âges différents. Dans leur apprentissage d'une autre langue, les enfants associeront des mots aux images pour mieux mémoriser. A la fin du livre se trouve un index alphabétique de tous les mots illustrés, suivis de leur prononciation simplifiée et de leur traduction.

Born into a wealthy family, Florence Nightingale could have lived a life of leisure and luxury. Instead she longed to be a nurse. In 1830, that was the last thing a rich girl could do — but Florence was no ordinary girl.

Lots of baby bunnies! This brightly coloured board book holds enormous appeal for both babies and adults. The very young will love the chance to feel a furry ear, tickle a paw or touch a cottontail. Ages 3-6.

Bryan Talbot constructs a very special story in The Tale of One Bad Rat. The victim of child sexual abuse, Helen Potter becomes the armored knight before her own personal demons. It`s a story of heroism and courage, and of defeating the greatest enemy — the one which lives within. `Art Therapy` provides a concise introduction to theory and practice, brought to life through case material and examples of artwork produced during therapy sessions. Written by practicing art therapist Dave Edwards, the book explains key theoretical ideas such as symbolism, play, transference and interpretation.

A wonderful introduction to the world of words for young children just starting to learn French. Includes over 500 words, each illustrated with delightful hand-made models and accompanied by an example of usage, helping young learners to understand the word meanings.

A lively retelling of this classic fairytale from the Brothers Grimm, recounting the story of a beautiful princess with skin as white as snow, lips as red as blood, and hair as black as ebony; Charmingly illustrated by Desideria Guicciardini; Young readers will treasure this beautiful 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.

A classic fairytale from the Brothers Grimm retold in a lively fashion. Cheerily illustrated throughout by Jan McCafferty, illustrator of many Usborne favourites. Hansel and Gretel pit their wits against an evil stepmother and a wicked witch, but who will triumph at the end of the day? 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.

This collection of favourite Farmyard Tales is now presented in the perfect bedtime format, with a squishy padded cover.

This book is designed to introduce young children to unfamiliar situations in an amusing and friendly way. It features Stephen Cartwright's delightful illustrations, providing lots to look at and talk about. An ideal starting point for young children and adults to discuss first experiences.

An ideal starting point for young children and adults to discuss first experiences. Features Stephen Cartwright's delightful illustrations, providing lots to look at and talk about.

This book is designed to introduce young children to unfamiliar situations in an amusing and friendly way. It features Stephen Cartwright's delightful illustrations, providing lots to look at and talk about. An ideal starting point for young children and adults to discuss first experiences. Other titles in this series include: Going to the Hospital; Going to a Party; and, The New Puppy.

- Vivid account of the extraordinary life of the explorer, Captain Cook. — Lively narrative text, colourful illustrations and photographs bring the subject alive. — Includes detailed maps of each of Cook's three incredible voyages, along with a chronology of his life. — Internet links to recommended websites to find out more about Captain Cook's life and discoveries. — Part of Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers.

- Tells the Christmas story and captures the excitement of Christmas with descriptions of Christmas traditions around the world. — Describes Christmas customs, festive food, present-giving, songs and traditional stories with simple text and colourful illustrations. — The Usborne Reading Programme has been developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University. — Young Reading Series One is for children just starting to read alone.

- This fun sticker book is designed to help children develop their vocabulary and reading skills. — Children can begin to associate words with objects by matching the words on the pages to those on the stickers. — Jo Litchfield’s charming scenes provide lots to talk about, and pre-readers will enjoy simply spotting and naming familiar things.

- Great learning resources for young children. — 50 flashcards to help children master simple vocabulary. — The cards can be used to play games, for self-testing, or simply be propped up around the house or classroom as useful reminders.

- A fun and educational sticker book designed to help young children develop basic number skills in a simple and enjoyable way. — Covers number recognition, number patterns and sequences, addition, subtraction and multiplication. — Stickers and puzzles encourage active learning while the charming, detailed illustrations provide lots to talk about.

- Every child’s favourite nursery rhymes wrapped up in the perfect bedtime format, with a luxurious padded cover. — An excellent gift, featuring all the classics: Humpty Dumpty, Jack and Jill, Little Miss Muffet, and many, many more. — Also includes games and actions to complement and enhance the rhymes.

- Brightly coloured editions of the much-loved Farmyard Tales series. — All 20 stories available in miniature format. — Enjoyable and collectible stories for children who are just learning to read.

- Brightly coloured editions of the much-loved Farmyard Tales series. — All 20 stories available in miniature format. — Enjoyable and collectible stories for children who are just learning to read.

- The remarkable story of Horatio Nelson, the greatest naval commander of all time, from boy sailor to beloved national hero. — Packed with colourful illustrations, diagrams, maps, battle plans, and a cutaway view of Nelson's ship HMS Victory. — Internet links to recommended websites via the Usborne Quicklinks Website. — Part of the Usborne Reading Programme Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers.

- Brightly coloured editions of the much-loved Farmyard Tales series. — All 20 stories available in miniature format. — Enjoyable and collectible stories for children who are just learning to read.

- Brightly coloured editions of the much-loved Farmyard Tales series. — All 20 stories available in miniature format. — Enjoyable and collectible stories for children who are just learning to read.

- Brightly coloured editions of the much-loved Farmyard Tales series. — All 20 stories available in miniature format. — Enjoyable and collectible stories for children who are just learning to read.