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King donkey ears
This is a new title in the fantastic "First Reading" series, part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme, aimed at children who are beginning to read. The King has a secret. He has donkey's ears! But when he tells the barber his secret, it surely can't be a secret for long. This key series was developed in conjunction with reading expert Allison Kelly from the University of Surrey. Every title …
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- 32 pages : illustration ; 19 cm
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The reluctant dragon
Whoever heard of a dragon who doesn't like fighting? And what will happen when Saint George comes to stay? Simply written in lively, flowing text Usborne First Reading books are designed to capture the imagination and build the confidence of beginner readers. This book includes links to downloadable worksheets and teacher’s notes.
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- 9781409550426
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- 24 pages : illustration ; 24 cm
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Bee makes tea
A lively story with irresistible illustrations, this book is a delight to share with very young children. It can also be enjoyed by children who are beginning to read for themselves.
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- 9781474920483
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- 26 pages : illustration ; 21 cm
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Snow White and the seven dwarfs
The much-loved story of Snow White, specially retold for beginner readers and illustrated with fresh, colourful pictures by John Joven. 'Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who's the fairest of us all?' When the Queen hears the wrong answer, Snow White must flee for her life - until she meets not one, but seven rescuers...
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- 9781409580461
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- 24 pages : illustration ; 24 cm
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The sun and stars
Designed to attract first readers to non-fiction, this series presents popular topics through a combination of illustrations and photographs linked by a simple text and captions. Each book includes a "Things to Do" section.
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- 9780749610319
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- 32 pages : illustration ; 22 cm
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- First Starts Space
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- 523.7 SIM
Perseus & the gorgon
A brand new retelling of the Greek myth, "Perseus and the Gorgon". Perseus is determined to rescue Andromeda, even though it means facing the hideous Gorgon, Medusa, whose glare turns warriors to stone - Fantastic illustrations by Simona Bursi give a very modern feel to this classic tale. A new title in "Young Reading Series Two", part of the "Usborne Reading Programme". Aimed at children whose…
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- 9781409586029
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- 61 pages : illustration ; 20 cm
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- 398.20938 SIM
The wind in the willows
Down by the riverbank, Mole, Ratty, Badger and Toad are about to begin their adventures. Join in the fun in this delightful retelling of Kenneth Grahame's classic tale.
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- 9781409531401
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- 24 pages : illustration ; 25 cm
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Goat in a boat
A lively story with humorous illustrations, ideal for children who are beginning to read for themselves, or for reading aloud together. With simple rhyming text and phonic repetition specially designed to develop essential language and early reading skills. Also includes guidance notes for parents at the back of the book.
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- 1144497658
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- 24 pages : illustration ; 21 cm
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Crow in the snow
A lively story with humorous illustrations, ideal for children who are beginning to read for themselves, or for reading aloud together. With simple rhyming text and phonic repetition, this book is specially designed to develop essential language and early reading skills. Also includes guidance notes for parents at the back of the book.
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- 9781409550532
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- 24 pages : illustration ; 21 cm
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Old MacDonald had a farm
Everyone knows the story of farmer Macdonald and the multitude of noisy animals who live on his farm, quacking, mooing and neighing as they go about their business. In this picture book, the tale is brought to life with the rich, colourful illustrations of Ben Mantle. Children can read along with a parent or carer and join in for the E-I-E-I-O.
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- 9781409584827
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- 24 pages : illustration ; 24 cm
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