Oliver grows up in an orphanage, and when he dares to ask for more is cast out into a world of colourful characters in which he will have to keep his wits about him and pick a pocket or two to survive. A retelling of the classic Charles Dickens story for children growing in their reading confidence and ability. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts from Roehampton University. Also available with an audio CD with a dramatic listen-along recording with music and sound effects, followed by a read-along version with prompts for page turns.

Age
    7
Key Stage
    KS2 E
Lexile Measure
    580L
Book Band
    Lime
CEFR Level
    C1
Accelerated Reader level
    3.7 MY
Hardback with ribbon marker
    ISBN: 9780746077078
    Extent: 64 pages
    Dimensions: 196 x 130mm
Hardback CD
    ISBN: 9781409505389
    Extent: 64 pages
    Dimensions: 196 x 130mm
Author/Editor
    Based on the story by Charles Dickens
Illustrator
    Barry Ablett