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Stevies mum is having a party, so shes baked a delicious cake for all the guests. Stevies tiny toy rabbits, Silver and Fig Twitch, would love a taste of its yummy purple icing. How will they get their paws on some? Its time for an adventure outside the Teacup House! Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E Lexile Measure 740L Book Band White BIC CBMC C3N79 Paperback ISBN: 9781474928137 Extent: 128 pages Dimensions: 198 x 130mmIllustrator Pippa Curnick...

Ermine the Determined is off to explore AUSTRALIA! She cant wait to have fun in the sun, climb Sydney Harbour Bridge, and star in Australias Most Awesome Animal competition. But things hot up when someone gets a sniff of Ermines act... Will it be curtains before Ermine gets to the stage? Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E Book Band White BIC CBMC C3N79 Paperback ISBN: 9781474927260 Extent: 160 pages Dimensions: 184 x 134mmIllustrator Elisa Paganelli...

When Jonathan Harker arrives at Count Dracula’s castle, he has no idea what horrors lie in store. Fearing for his life, Jonathan and his friends soon find themselves battling against the vilest vampire in the world… This retelling of Bram Stoker’s classic adventure is part of the Usborne Young Reading series, ideal for newly independent readers. Age 8 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC C3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474959971 Extent: 128 pages Dimensions: 190 x 160mmAuthor/Editor Mary Sebag-M...

Is there really such a thing as a true ghost story? The strange tales in this book are all based on actual reports by people who believed they had been haunted by ghosts and poltergeists. You can make up your own mind after reading their stories… Part of the Usborne Young Reading series, ideal for newly independent readers. Age 8 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC C3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474959933 Extent: 128 pages Dimensions: 190 x 160mmAuthor/Editor Paul Dowswell...

It’s Halloween and Billy can’t wait for the spooky village party. But when he arrives, he discovers Sparkle-Bogey in the apple bobbing, Trumpet in a pumpkin and Gloop playing ‘Guess the Body Part’! Can Billy get his Monsters back? An exciting, highly illustrated addition to Young Reading Series Two, for readers growing in confidence. Age 6 Key Stage KS1 E BIC CBMC B2N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474966252 Extent: 80 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmIllustrator Melanie Williamson...

Selected for the Summer Reading Challenge 2019 Billy and his family are off to the seaside. The MINI MONSTERS are very excited to be going too. Soon they’re building sandcastles and enjoying their picnic. It’s all going so well until Trumpet is STOLEN by a seagull! How is Billy ever going to get him back? An exciting addition to Young Reading Series Two, for readers growing in confidence. Age 6 Key Stage KS1 E BIC CBMC B3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474947596 Extent: 80 pages Dimensions: 1...

The much-loved story by Charlotte Bronte retold for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories. A wonderful introduction to the mystery and romance of this classic story. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Includes information about the life and times of the Bronte sisters. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 Lexile Measure 570L Book Band Lime CEFR Level C1 Hardback with ribbon marker ISBN: 9781409539643 Extent: 64 pages Dimensions...

An action-packed retelling of Robert Louis Stevenson’s famous adventure, specially written for readers ready to tackle longer stories on their own. The classic story of kidnap, shipwreck and survival in the wild Scottish Highlands, accompanied by atmospheric illustrations to bring the text to life. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. With internet links to find out more about the life and times of Robert Louis Stevenson. Age...

The heat is on. Evil kitty crime lord Katmanchew has unleashed his most diabolical weapon yet...and Antarctica is in meltdown. The fearless Action Dogs wade in to stop him, but when three of the canine crusaders are captured it looks like their mission will be put purrmanently on ice... Its time to call Action Dogs! The world is in deadly danger and only one team of heroes can save it... Six daredevil dogs who fight crime with their bare paws - and their high-tech gadgets. An action-packed new s...

Princess Ellie much prefers pony riding to entertaining dull royal visitors. When Ellie is riding through the woods, her brave pony suddenly whirls around and refuses to move. Has Rainbow seen a ghost? Ellie is determined to solve the puzzle. Celebrate ten years of the Pony-Mad Princess series with these new editions of the much-loved stories. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E Book Band Gold BIC CBMC C3N79 Accelerated Reader level 4.5 MYPaperback ISBN: 9781409565987 Extent: 96 pages Dimensions: 198 x 130mmI...

A lively retelling of a traditional Japanese tale for children just beginning to read. A poor woodcutter follows his runaway rice ball to an underground kingdom ruled by magical mice! Developed in consultation with reading specialists from Roehampton University. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS Lexile Measure 450L Book Band Turquoise CEFR Level A2 Hardback with ribbon marker ISBN: 9781409535843 Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmAuthor/Editor Rosie DickinsIllustrator Ben Mantle...

A delightful story about life on a farm with easy-to-read text and charming illustrations.Includes fun puzzles to try at the end.Part of the Usborne First Reading: Level One series aimed at children beginning to read. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS Lexile Measure 380L Book Band Orange CEFR Level A1 Hardback with ribbon marker ISBN: 9781409522171 Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmAuthor/Editor Anna MilbourneIllustrator Alessandra Roberti...

Anansi, King of the Spiders, receives a gift from the Gods - a bag of wisdom. Will Anansi share it, or will he keep it for himself? A beautifully illustrated retelling of a traditional African folktale. Includes fun puzzles after the story. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS Lexile Measure 390L Book Band Orange CEFR Level A1 Hardback with ribbon marker ISBN: 9781409522256 Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mm...

Lenny and Lola journey deep into the earth, encountering rabbits snuggled in their burrows, underground trains and dinosaur bones. They keep digging, and digging until they pop out on the other side of the world! With delightful illustrations, easy-to-read text and fun puzzles at the end of the book. Part of the First Reading series for beginner readers. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS Lexile Measure 430L Book Band Orange CEFR Level A1 Hardback with ribbon marker ISBN: 9781409522188 Extent: 32 pages Dimen...

The humorous story of Danny the friendly dragon told with elements of repetition to help beginner readers develop confidence and reading stamina. Some dragons are scary – but not Danny. He loves to help his friends with his fiery breath. But Danny is in for a nasty surprise when a stranger comes to town. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Age 4 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measure 470L Book Band Turquoise BIC CBMC A3N79 CEFR Leve...

The classic tale retold for beginner readers ready to tackle slightly more complicated storylines and sentence structures. When Brer Rabbit hides from Brer Fox, he finds himself trapped. But nothing can keep Brer Rabbit down for long. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Includes several pages of reading-related puzzles. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E Lexile Measure 310L CEFR Level A1 Accelerated Reader level 0.5 LYHardback with ribbon...

A humorous re-telling of the legendary tale, specially written for children who are starting to read on their own. Easy-to-read text and colourful illustrations bring the story of a fire-breathing dragon, a princess in peril and a bold knight to life. Includes background to the legend and the art it has inspired, as well as internet links to find out more. Developed in consultation with reading experts at Roehampton University to help young readers grow in confidence and ability. Part of the Usb...

Could it ever be possible to turn yourself invisible? What would it feel like? Join the hunt for the world’s first invisible man in this suspenseful retelling of H.G. Well’s dark tale, vividly retold for newly independent readers. Includes links to websites to find out more about H.G. Wells and the science behind his ideas. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC C3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474937986 Extent: 64 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmIllustrator Daniele Dickman...

Guarded by frozen seas and vast fields of snow and ice, the North and South Poles are no place for humans, as the explorers who set out to unearth their secrets found out... Part of the Usborne Young Reading series, this book is ideal for newly independent readers who prefer fact to fiction. Includes links to websites to find out more. Age 8 Key Stage KS2 E/H Book Band Grey BIC CBMC C3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474948135 Extent: 128 pages Dimensions: 190 x 160mmAuthor/Editor Paul Dowswell...

Meet the princess who loves breaking the rules, and her Royal Unicorn, who happens to be a pig! There’s trouble in store for Unipiggle and Princess Pea when a naughty dragon accidentally magics a dinosaur into Twinkleland… Will the dinosaur CRASH and BASH and SMASH down Twinkleland? Or can Unipiggle and Princess Pea find a way to stop the dino? Age 5 Paperback ISBN: 9781474972185 Extent: 128 pages Dimensions: 180 x 129mmIllustrator Hannah Shaw...