Carti in categoria Fairy tales and classic stories

A very special, beautifully illustrated gift edition of Frank L. Baum’s well-loved classic The Wonderful Wizard of Oz complete and unabridged. Join Dorothy and her dog, Toto, as they are whirled up in a great cyclone and find themselves in the magical land of Oz. Beautifully produced as a gift to treasure with a padded hardback cover, a ribbon marker, traditional binding and exquisitely illustrated throughout. Age 7 Key Stage KS1/2 E BIC CBMC B3N79 Padded hardback ISBN: 9781409566861 Exte...

A beautiful gift edition of Lewis Carroll’s timeless classic, including the complete and unabridged text, stunning illustrations and finished with a luxurious padded hardback cover and ribbon marker. Follow Alice’s adventures as she disappears down a rabbit-hole and meets a cast of curious characters including White Rabbit, the Mad Hatter and the grinning Cheshire Cat... Includes the story of Lewis Carroll and how he came to write this much-loved tale, as well as a photograph of the ...

This beautifully illustrated collection contains all of Jane Austen’s novels retold for young readers, including Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility, Northanger Abbey and Mansfield Park, with notes on the characters and quotations from the original text. With links to websites to find out more about Jane Austen’s life and times. Age 8 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC C3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474938143 Extent: 400 pages Dimensions: 240 x 170mmAuthor/Editor Anna Milbourne, Mary Sebag-Mo...

This collection of stories from all Shakespeare’s plays, with beautiful illustrations and quotations, is the perfect introduction to Shakespeare. Each story includes short details about the main characters, and famous and memorable quotations from the play. This is a fabulous book that will be referred to again and again, by both children and adults. Age 8 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC C1N79 Padded hardback ISBN: 9781409598770 Extent: 488 pages Dimensions: 240 x 170mmAuthor/Editor Anna Milbourn...

William Shakespeares tragic play about The Moor of Venice, fully illustrated and retold for young readers. Othello and Desdemonda are deeply in love, but not everyone wants them to live happily ever after. Iago, a scheming soldier, has sworn to destroy Othello. Jealousy, madness and death will follow... Part of the Usborne Reading Programme, this book is written for fully confident readers who are still developing the stamina needed for standard length books. Age 9 Key Stage KS2 E Lexile Measure...

Three dramatically illustrated stories about Thor, the Norse god of thunder, specially written for readers who are growing in confidence. Thor never backs down from a fight, and can’t resist a challenge. Here he wrestles a huge sea serpent, faces a cave full of giants and has to fight a frost giant – without his magical hammer. Age 6 Key Stage KS1/2 E Lexile Measure 600L Book Band White CEFR Level B2 Hardback ISBN: 9781409550679 Extent: 64 pages Dimensions: 196 x 130mmIllustrator Nat...

One of Shakespeare’s greatest plays retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Macbeth is the bravest general in Scotland, and a loyal servant to King Duncan. But then he hears that one day, he could be king himself. Mad with ambition, Macbeth sets out on a bloody path to power. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. With internet links to find out more about Shakespeare and the play. Age 6 Key Stage KS1/2 E...

Shakespeare’s classic comedy retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. When Viola is left shipwrecked on the coast of Illyria, she must disguise herself as a boy for protection. But when she becomes a page for Duke Orsino, things start to get a little complicated. English Learners Editions are part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. They come with CD recordings in British and American English and downloadabl...

A brilliant introduction to the most famous characters from Shakespeares plays, with over 170 reusable costume stickers to dress them ready for their performances. From star-crossed lovers and girls disguised as boys, to murderers, fools and fairy royalty, there are dozens of Shakespeare’s tragic and comic characters to discover, as well as famous quotations from the plays. A fun and accessible way to learn about and spark further interest in Shakespeares plays. Age 6 Key Stage KS1/2 E/H P...

A delightful version of Shakespeares play specially adapted for children. The enchanting story of magic and mix-ups, fairies and fools is retold in a captivating style, with beautiful illustrations that bring the characters to life. Internet links on the Usborne Quicklinks Website allow readers to discover more about Shakespeare and his plays. Age 6 Key Stage KS1 E Lexile Measure 490L Book Band Lime BIC CBMC 54574 CEFR Level B2 Hardback with CD - English Learner''s Edition ISBN: 9781409545590 E...

A beautifully illustrated collection of five classic Charles Dickens stories, retold for younger readers. Includes ‘Oliver Twist’, ‘Bleak House’, ‘Great Expectations’, ‘A Tale of Two Cities’ and ‘David Copperfield’ as well as a short biography of the great author himself. With internet links to find out more about the life and times of Charles Dickens. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E Lexile Measure 570L Padded hardback ISBN: 9781409508670 Extent:...

Shakespeare’s classic story retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. When a ghostly figure appears to Prince Hamlet, he discovers the dreadful truth about his father’s death. His quest for revenge leads him into a world of mayhem, madness and murder. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. With links to recommended websites for children to find out more about Shakespeare and the play. Age 6 Key Stage ...

Attractively presented retelling of the story with fabulous illustrations. Clear, engaging text to encourage independent reading with direct speech and speech bubbles. With Internet links via the Usborne Quicklinks Website where readers can find out more about Shakespeare and listen to famous passages from the play. Usborne Young Reading has been developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, Senior Lecturer at Roehampton University. Part of Young Reading Series 2 for readers growing in confidence...

A retelling of Homer’s ‘Odyssey’ written for children who are fully confident readers.Odysseus is finally heading home after a long war, but his troubles have just begun. Terrible dangers are in store for the hero, from one-eyed monsters to cannibal kings.Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts from Roehampton University. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 Lexile Measure 700L Book Band Lime CEFR Level C1 Hardback with ribbon marker ISBN: 9781409522348 Extent: 64 p...

One of Shakespeare’s greatest plays retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Macbeth is the bravest general in Scotland, and a loyal servant to King Duncan. But then he hears that one day, he could be king himself. Mad with ambition, Macbeth sets out on a bloody path to power. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. With internet links to find out more about Shakespeare and the play. Age 6 Key Stage KS1 E L...

Shakespeare’s classic comedy retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. When Viola is left shipwrecked on the coast of Illyria, she must disguise herself as a boy for protection. But when she becomes a page for Duke Orsino, things start to get a little complicated. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. With links to recommended websites for children to find out more about Shakespeare and the play. Age 6 Key...

Shakespeare’s classic romantic comedy retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Prospero and his daughter Miranda are stranded on a lonely desert island when a magical storm washes a royal ship ashore. Prospero finally has the chance to right old wrongs but can he conjure up a happy ending? Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. With links to recommended websites for children to find out more about Shakespe...

A collection of six of Shakespeare’s best-loved plays, beautifully presented in a clothbound gift edition. Includes Twelfth Night, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Hamlet, Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet and The Tempest as well as a short biography of the bard himself, all beautifully retold and illustrated for children growing in reading confidence. Features story summaries, character lists and internet links to websites where children can listen to extracts from the plays and find out more abo...

The classic story by Charles Dickens retold for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories. Amy Dorrit grows up in Marshalsea Prison, where her father is imprisoned for debt. But in this classic tale of poverty and wealth, sacrifice and greed, fortunes can change in a moment – even Little Dorrit’s. 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 Charles...

The dramatic story of a young boy’s escape from an unhappy childhood into the adventures of an adult life, full of unforgettable characters from the cruel Mr Mudstone, the formidable Aunt Betsey and worm-like Uriah Heap. 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. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E/H Lexile Measure 540L Book Band Lime CEFR Leve...