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- A classic fairytale, retold as a storybook, sticker book and puzzle all in one. — With over 50 colourful picture stickers. — Story contains gaps for key words, which children can fill with sticker pictures to help build their vocabulary and reading skills. — Gorgeously illustrated by Stephen Cartwright.

- Four original stories about the magical world of gnomes and goblins for children just beginning to read. — Stories feature tricking a lazy gnome, mischievous pixies getting people into trouble and an adventure inside Goblin Hill. — Charmingly illustrated by Stephen Cartwright. — Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.

- Three exciting adventure stories for children just beginning to read. — The Knights of King Arthur were the bravest, strongest and most loyal knights of all, which these stories show as they battle dragons, slay giant ogres and rescue maidens in distress. — Evocatively illustrated by Alan Marks. — Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.

- Three original high-seas stories for children just beginning to read. — Find out if Charlie can get rid of his pesky parrot and Molly can escape the clutches of the sneaky Captain Spike in these swashbuckling stories. — Humorously illustrated by Christyan Fox. — Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.

Three brand new stories about everyone’s favourite festive character, Father Christmas. Includes magical stories of how Santa makes his toys, what he gets up to on his days off and how to spot a real Santa from a fake one. Usborne Young Reading Series One has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University. Series One is aimed at children just beginning to read. Sturdy hardback and ribbon marker make this incredible value for money.

- A collection of faithful retellings of the classic stories of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, from the sword in the stone to the last battle. — Clearly written in a modern, approachable style to introduce young readers to much-loved classic stories. — Includes informative notes on both the author and the original text. Ideal for encouraging young readers to pursue an interest in literature.

- A vivid retelling of a major historical catastrophe written in an engaging, narrative style with direct speech and speech bubbles. — Brings to life the gripping story of the «unsinkable» ship and its doomed maiden voyage. — Dramatic illustrations, photos or maps on every page and Internet links to fun websites via the Usborne Quicklinks Website. — Usborne Young Reading has been developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, Senior Lecturer at Roehampton University. — Young Reading Series 3 is for readers who want to tackle longer stories.

- The classic adventure story by Robert Louis Stevenson re-told for children growing in reading confidence and ability. — When Jim Hawkins sets sail searching for buried treasure and adventure, he finds himself caught up in a deadly mutiny where he must outwit the cunning pirate Long John Silver in order to stay alive. — Boldly illustrated by Peter Dennis. — Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.

- Thoughtful introduction to the remarkable life of Winston Churchill for young readers. — Lively narrative text, colourful illustrations and photographs bring the subject alive. — Includes essential facts and insightful details to help the reader understand the famous person and their times. — Internet links to recommended websites to find out more about Churchill's life and times. — Part of Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers.

- A timeless love story retold for children growing in their reading confidence and ability. — The Beast lives alone in his castle, enchanted by a wicked fairy and waiting for true love to break the spell. Could Beauty be the one to see through his ugly exterior? — Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.

- A classic fairytale, retold as a storybook, sticker book and puzzle all in one. — With over 50 colourful picture stickers. — Story contains gaps for key words, which children can fill with sticker pictures to help build their vocabulary and reading skills. — Gorgeously illustrated by Stephen Cartwright.

- A retelling of the classic Charles Dickens story for children growing in their reading confidence and ability. — Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.

- A spine-chilling story for children growing in reading confidence and ability — When Adam and Sally arrive at Twelve Bells End, everything is not entirely what it seems. Soon they learn the truth about the curse of the Midnight family and are involved in a race against time before they become the next victims… — Spookily illustrated by Adrienne Kern. — Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.

Each title in this series is a classic story or fable, retold with simple text to delight and inspire any child who is just beginning to read.

'Little Red Riding Hood' is written especially for children who are learning to read. With delightful illustrations, this book combines a great story with simple text to excite and inspire any beginner reader.

An entertaining sticker book containing twenty well-known nursery rhymes including Humpty Dumpty, Sing a Song of Sixpence and Little Miss Muffet. Each rhyme contains gaps for key words which children can fill with sticker pictures to help build their vocabulary and reading skills. Featuring over 70 full colour stickers.

Retells some of Shakespeare's best known and loved plays in story form. Featuring the illustrations of Elena Temporin, this book includes a synopsis, quotations and list of characters from every play alongside information about Shakespeare's work, life and poetry, to put the plays into the context.

One of two glorious gift editions in the ever-popular Usborne Young Reading series published in hardback with a ribbon marker. Each title contains a wonderful collection of stories based around a popular theme.

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».

Tells the story of fashion from cavemen's coats to the catwalk couture of the modern age. Vividly illustrated, this book has fashion details and brings the costumes alive through every fold, sequin and pearl. It was developed in conjunction with experts from the University of Surrey and is designed to encourage independent reading.

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.

Intended for children just beginning to read, this title aims to build confidence and ability. It is part of the «Usborne Young Reading Series One».

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.

Part of the Usborne Sticker Stories series, which combine a storybook, sticker book and puzzle book in one, this title takes as its subject a traditional fairytale that is retold for young children. It contains over fifty stickers that can be used throughout the story to replace key words and help young children build their vocabulary.