Carti in categoria Fairy tales and classic stories

A luxurious new treasury of poetry for older children, featuring a selection of work from classic and modern poets including Shakespeare, Byron, Ted Hughes and Wendy Cope, alongside all new original poetry by Sam Taplin. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC C1N79 Paperback ISBN: 9781474957373 Extent: 128 pages Dimensions: 270 x 230mmAuthor/Editor Sam TaplinIllustrator Kristina Swarner

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:...

Eight delightful tales of heart-warming fun and adventure. Stories include “King Donkey Ears”, “The Enormous Turnip”, “Danny the Dragon”, “The Inch Prince”, “Androcles and the Lion”, “Stone Soup”, “The Clumsy Crocodile” and “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice”. Each story is brilliantly illustrated by artists from the Usborne Young Reading Programme. Age 7 Key Stage KS1/2 Lexile Measure 500L BIC CBMC C3H...

Twelve classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tales enchantingly illustrated and specially retold for younger readers. Includes the best-loved characters of ‘Thumbelina’ ‘The Little Mermaid’ and ‘The Ugly Duckling’, as well as a biography of Hans Christian Andersen. Beautifully bound in a padded hardback, this is an essential addition to any family bookshelf and makes a wonderful gift. Age 5 Key Stage KS2 Lexile Measure 780L Hardback ISBN: 9781409523390 Extent:...

An illustrated collection of fifteen tales from the brothers Grimm, retold for younger readers. Stories include “Hansel and Gretel”, “Sleeping Beauty”, “Rumpelstiltskin”, “Tom Thumb” and “The Frog Prince” as well as a short biography of the brothers themselves. Age 5 Key Stage KS2 BIC CBMC C3N79 Padded Hardback ISBN: 9780746098547 Extent: 304 pages Dimensions: 194 x 152mmAuthor/Editor Ruth Brocklehurst and Gill DohertyIllustrator Raffae...

“I’ll huff and I’ll puff and I’ll blow your house in!” Turn the pages of this gorgeous pop-up book and watch as the classic fairy tale magically comes to life. Join the three little pigs as they build their houses, meet the big bad wolf and make sure he never visits again! A pleasure to share with little children, and a wonderful gift. Age 3 BIC CBMC A2K79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474939577 Extent: 10 pages Dimensions: 180 x 180mmIllustrator Richard Johnson...

These lively retellings of Aesop’s famous fables will delight and amuse young more than ever before. Gorgeously illustrated by Linda Edwards, whose vivid original artwork brings these tales of clever foxes, speedy hares and slow tortoises to life. Ideal for a range of age groups, as young children will enjoy hearing these stories narrated, while older children will relish reading them for themselves. Age 4 Key Stage KS1/2 E Hardback ISBN: 9780746067352 Extent: 24 pages Dimensions: 276 x 21...

This beautiful book illustrated by John Joven contains six of Rudyard Kipling’s classic ‘Just So Stories’, specially rewritten for little children. The stories include How the Elephant got his Trunk, How the Leopard got his Spots and How the Camel got his Hump. Perfect for reading aloud to young children or for older children to read by themselves. Age 2 BIC CBMC A3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474938051 Extent: 160 pages Dimensions: 213 x 167mmAuthor/Editor VariousIllustrator John Jo...

Soar with the Firebird, dance with the Nutcracker Prince and thrill at the drama of Romeo and Juliet in this beautifully illustrated collection of ballet stories. A delightful gift to enchant and inspire any ballet lover, with twelve stories specially retold for readers today. Includes links to websites with video clips and more about the ballets. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC C3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474922050 Extent: 256 pages Dimensions: 194 x 152mmIllustrator Anne Yvonne Gilbert...

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 ...

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:...

Twelve classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tales enchantingly illustrated and specially retold for younger readers. Includes the best-loved characters of ‘Thumbelina’ ‘The Little Mermaid’ and ‘The Ugly Duckling’, as well as a biography of Hans Christian Andersen. Beautifully bound in a padded hardback, this is an essential addition to any family bookshelf and makes a wonderful gift. Age 5 Key Stage KS2 Lexile Measure 780L Hardback ISBN: 9781409523390 Extent:...

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. Part of Young Reading Series 2 for readers growing in confidence. Age 6 Key Stage KS1 Lexile Measure 590L Book Band Lime BIC CBMC C3N79 CEFR Level B2 Hard...

A sorcerer’s apprentice, a flying horse and a magical firebird are just some of the characters in this collection of tales from all over the world, along with more familiar faces such as Dick Whittington and Pinocchio. Each beautifully illustrated story in this hardback book takes just ten minutes to read – perfect for dipping into at bedtime. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E BIC CBMC A3H79 Padded hardback ISBN: 9781409596745 Extent: 256 pages Dimensions: 194 x 152mm...

Follow the yellow brick road into Oz, explore the Snow Queen’s icy palace and join Alice in Wonderland in this collection of much-loved stories, including classic fairytales Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty. Each beautifully illustrated tale in this hardback book takes just ten minutes to read – perfect for dipping into at bedtime. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E BIC CBMC A3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474938044 Extent: 256 pages Dimensions: 194 x 152mm...

A magical collection of fairy tales, featuring retellings of favourites such as Aladdin, Little Red Riding Hood and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Each charming story in this hardback book is beautifully illustrated and takes just ten minutes to read – the perfect length for snuggling up and enjoying at bedtime. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E BIC CBMC A3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474938037 Extent: 256 pages Dimensions: 194 x 152mm...

A lonely young prince wants to get married, but how can he find a real princess? Peep through the pages to find out in this enchanting board book, with delicate cutaway scenes, flaps to lift and beautiful illustrations from Ella Bailey. A gorgeous introduction to Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairytale. Age 3 BIC CBMC A2K79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474945653 Extent: 14 pages Dimensions: 190 x 160mmAuthor/Editor Anna MilbourneIllustrator Ella Bailey...

The magical story of Cinderella comes to life in this beautifully illustrated pop-up book. Marvel as the pumpkin becomes a fabulous golden carriage, see Cinderellas glass slipper sparkling on the palace steps and enjoy the moment her rags transform into a glittering ballgown. A pleasure to share with little children, and a wonderful gift. Age 3 Key Stage EYFS E BIC CBMC A2J79 Board book ISBN: 9781474939553 Extent: 10 pages Dimensions: 180 x 180mmIllustrator Sara Gianassi...

“All for one, one for all!”Paris, 1626. Young D’Artagnan is looking forward to a life of adventure with the king’s guards.Sure enough, he soon finds himself caught up in a world of duels, double-dealing and danger, alongside Porthos, Athos and Aramis – the legendary Three Musketeers.A swashbuckling graphic version of the classic adventure story. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC C3N79 Paperback ISBN: 9781474938112 Extent: 104 pages Dimensions: 256 x 170mmIllustrator Ma...