Alan Marks Boeken

This series provides reading and learning at four language levels through a range of integrated activities designed to develop reading skills, consolidate vocabulary, and offer personalized project work.

Retelling of the story about a boy captured by the snow queen and taken to her castle in the north and his friend's efforts to save him.

A collection of tree tales from around the world. Suggested level: junior, primary

When Heidi's Aunt Dete gets a new job in Frankfurt she takes Heidi up the mountains and leaves her with her grandfather who is not at all thrilled about having Heidi live with him. Just as Heidi and her Grandfather have become happy living together, Aunt Dete returns, wanting to take Heidi back to Frankfurt to be company for a rich little girl who is sick.

An abridged version of the tale of ten-year-old Mary who, after the death of her parents, comes to live in a lonely house on the Yorkshire moors where she discovers an invalid cousin and the mysteries of a locked garden

Now back in print, here is the companion volume to Alan Marks's award-winning book Over the Hill and Far Away. "At once fresh and old-fashioned, this fine presentation is most enjoyable proof of the durable appeal of Mother Goose.--The Horn Book. Full color.

The narrative intertwines two compelling storylines: one explores the groundbreaking scientific advancements that resulted in the development of radar, while the other follows the harrowing experiences of individuals stranded on a raft during WWII. As the story unfolds, the two plots converge dramatically when the radar technology plays a crucial role in locating the raft, highlighting the intersection of innovation and human survival in times of conflict.

Ebenezer Scrooge is the most miserable miser in Victorian London, until one Christmas Eve when he is visited by three ghosts who show his past, present and future.

The outlaw Robin hood is determined to stop the evil Sheriff of Nottingham from bribing his way to becoming King. He sets out to steal the Sheriff's treasure - by winning an archery competition and becoming one the Sheriff's chief guard. But when his gang are all captured, will Robin be able to save them from the hangman's noose?This is a new title in "Young Reading Series Two", based on the tales of England's most famous outlaw and part of the Usborne Reading Programme. It is aimed at children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer and more complex stories. The series is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is Principal Lecturer in education and an early reading specialist from Roehampton University.