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(H/B) TALES OF BRAVE AND BRILLIANT GIRLS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Meet a girl who fights dragons, a brave warrior queen, and a daughter in search of her Samurai father... This beautifully illustrated collection brings you eight fantastic fairy tales from around the world. Full of wit, charm, compassion and courage, these heroes will inspire and empower a new generation of readers. (From the publisher)...
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(P/B) TRICK OR TREAT, PARAKEET?
It's Halloween and Parakeet is busy carving pumpkins and icing spooky treats. But when her friends come to call, they get a shock. Is that a GHOST who answers the door? A fun rhyming story, specially written to develop phonemic awareness, with lively illustrations by David Semple. This book is ideal both for reading aloud and for children who are beginning to read for themselves. (From the publisher)...
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THE INCH PRINCE (+CD)
- A Japanese folktale retold with simple text to help beginner readers develop reading stamina. - When Mrs. Ping wishes for a little child, that’s exactly what she gets. But there’s something very unusual about this particular boy. - Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. (From the publisher)...
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(H/B) THE MINOTAUR
The classic Greek myth retold with easy-reading text for children who have just started reading alone. Brave Theseus takes on the challenge of defeating the fearsome Minotaur deep in a maze of tunnels below Crete. But will he return from the Labyrinth alive? Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. With links to fun and simple websites with games and activities. (From the publisher)...
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(H/B) ROBIN HOOD
An exciting story from the legend of Robin Hood, retold for for children growing in reading confidence and ability. When Much Middleton's father is arrested by the evil Sheriff of Nottingham, Much seeks the help of the mysterious outlaw, Robin Hood. Beautifully illustrated by Alan Marks. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. (From the publisher)...
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ROMEO AND JULIET (+ACTIVITIES AND FREE AUDIO)
It's the most famous love story in the world. Romeo and Juliet's families hate each other, but when the two young people fall in love, can they bring the families together and be happy? The Usborne English Readers series is a new range of graded readers in simplified English for younger learners. They include activities, glossaries and a full audio recording of the text in both British English and American English. (From the publisher)...
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THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES (+ACTIVITIES AND FREE AUDIO)
Sir Charles Baskerville is found dead in the gardens of Baskerville Hall. Beside him are the footprints of a giant hound It's a classic mystery for the great detective, Sherlock Holmes. The Usborne English Readers series is a new range of graded readers in simplified English for younger learners. They include activities, glossaries and a full audio recording of the text in both British English and American English. (From the publisher)...
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(H/B) THE USBORNE BOOK OF GREEK MYTHS
A sumptuously illustrated treasury of Greek myths filled with lively retellings of stories of brave heroes, powerful gods and terrible monsters, presented in a luxury, cloth-covered hardback. With thirty-two popular and exciting stories including "Pandora's Box", "The minotaur and the Labyrinth", "Jason and the Golden Fleece". Illustrated notes in the margins offer further insights into the history of Greek myths. Includes an extensive reference section with illustrated maps of Ancient Greece, a glossary of tricky words, a huge Who's Who o...
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(H/B) THE AMAZING ADVENTURES OF ULYSSES
The classic ancient Greek adventure story retold for children growing in reading confidence. Ulysses faces many challenges on his way home from the Trojan War, including a one-eyed giant, a witch and a many-headed whirlpool monster. Will he survive them all? Charmingly illustrated by Stephen Cartwright. Developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University. (From the publisher)...
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(H/B) GREAT EXPECTATIONS
The classic Charles Dickens novel retold for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Orphaned Pip lives a humble life with his sister and her husband, until a fateful encounter causes his life to change irrevocably. Will his great expectations be fulfilled? (From the publisher)...
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THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA (+CD)
Deep below the Paris Opera House lurks a secret. Who is the mysterious phantom who haunts the stars of the stage? (From the publisher)...
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SLEEPING BEAUTY (+ACTIVITIES AND FREE AUDIO)
The wicked fairy says, "When she is sixteen, she's going to hurt her little hand on a spindle and die!" Instead, Princess Rose falls asleep for a hundred years. Who can wake her? The Usborne English Readers series is a new range of graded readers in simplified English for younger learners. They include activities, glossaries and a full audio recording of the text in both British English and American English. (From the publisher)...
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(P/B) MOONLOCKET
Storm clouds gather over Lily and Robert's summer when criminal mastermind the Jack of Diamonds appears. For Jack is searching for the mysterious Moonlocket - but that's not the only thing he wants. Soon, dark secrets from Robert's past plunge him into danger, because Jack is playing a cruel game. Lily and Malkin, the mechanical fox, must stay one step ahead before Jack plays his final, deadly, card... (From the publisher)...
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(P/B) THE WIZARD OF OZ
- A brilliant read-aloud version of the much-loved classic story by L. Frank Baum. - Join Dorothy and her little dog Toto on the yellow brick road, as they set off to explore the magical Land of Oz. Can they find the Wizard, defeat the Wicked Witch of the West, and return to Kansas? - With simple text and charming illustrations to bring the story to life for younger readers. (From the publisher)...
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(P/B) THE BOY WHO SAILED THE OCEAN IN AN ARMCHAIR
Becket Rumsey is all at sea. His dad has run away with him and his brother Billy in the middle of the night. And they've left everything behind, including their almost-mum Pearl. Becket has no idea what's going on - it's a mystery. So with the help of Billy and a snail called Brian, Becket sets out on a journey of discovery. It's not plain sailing but then what journeys ever are? An extraordinary story of courage, dreams and finding your way, from the bestselling author of A Boy Called Hope. (From the publisher)...
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MY FIRST KEYBOARD BOOK
Learn to play simple, well-known tunes on the sturdy keyboard attached to the book. Each note is represented with a different colour, which corresponds to the same colour on the keys, making this accessible even to very young children. Tunes include Twinkle, Twinkle, Frere Jacques, Ode to Joy and more. (From the publisher)...
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SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS (+CD)

PINOCCHIO (+CD)
"Only good sons have a chance of becoming real boys," warns the wise cricket. But, try as he might, Pinocchio the puppet just can't stay out of trouble. Treasure hunts, false friends and funfairs lead him far from his poor, lonely father. Is Pinocchio doomed to be wooden forever? This book comes with a CD that brings the story to life through lively music and a superbly characterized reading. A listenalong version is followed by a readalong version with prompts for page turns. (From the publisher)...
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THE ELVES AND THE SHOEMAKER (+CD)
Business is booming for the shoemaker and his wife, until a rival seller steals their customers. With only one piece of leather left, the future looks glum. Then two elves arrive, on their own secret mission... (From the publisher)...
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(H/B) THAT'S NOT MY POLAR BEAR...
Celebrate 20 years of That's not my... books with this special edition of That's not my polar bear..., complete with shiny silver edges! Little ones will love touching the textured patches as they meet polar bears with bumpy paws and soft ears. The bright pictures and textures to stroke are designed to help develop sensory and language awareness. (From the publisher)...
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