How big were dinosaurs and what did they eat? Which were friendly and which were scary? For children beginning to read on their own, this book is an exciting introduction to dinosaurs, featuring easy-to-read text specially written with the help of a reading expert.
How do horses live in the wild? What kind of pony lives near the North Pole? Why do horses wear shoes? In this text you will find the answers and learn lots more fascinating things about horses and ponies.
"Which fish can breathe on land? Why do some crabs have to live in other animal's shells? In this book you can find lots of fascinating facts about the seashore and the creatures that live there."--B.cover.
If you’ve ever made your own clothes, you know how empowering it can be. That awesome skirt in a fabric you adore. The blouse that fits perfectly. The one-of-a-kind dress you just knew would look cuter with a few extra details at the neck and hem. All made by you. Creating fashionable, custom-fitted clothing is often much easier than you think, and in their first book, BurdaStyle—the largest community of aspiring fashion designers and style-savvy sewers—will show you how. Packed with easy-to-follow tutorials, five adaptable sewing patterns for a skirt, blouse, dress, coat, and bag, and fifteen step-by-step sewing projects, this book gives you the basic building blocks to begin sewing and the tools you need to move beyond the basics to designing and customizing your own wardrobe. If you’ve never threaded a needle before, you’ll find essential information on setting up a studio, using your sewing machine and other tools, working with patterns, and getting the perfect fit. For experienced sewers, the book offer tips and tricks for mastering techniques, as well as tons of design inspiration from seventy-eight BurdaStyle members from all over the world. With its unique blend of fashion, creativity, and expert know-how, The BurdaStyle Sewing Handbook is the ultimate guide to sewing with style.
A lively re-telling of the Greek myth, in which Pegasus, the flying horse, helps hero Bellerophon to defeat a fire-breathing monster. Age: 5+ A new title in Young Reading Series One. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme, Series One has short stories that are full of excitement, aimed at children who are starting to read on their own. Age: 5+
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.
This title is aimed at children beginning to read. The story tells how a poor fisherman goes fishing but catches an old bottle instead of a fish. When he opens the bottle, he accidentally releases a big, bad genie.
When their father finds out they've been sneaking off at night to go dancing, he's furious. "Dancing is banned!" he declares. But what will stop them? Ages: 7+
Part of "The Young Reading" series, this title helps young readers grow in confidence and ability.
A girl travels east of the sun and west of the moon to free her beloved prince from a magic spell.
A simplified version of William Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night'. With notes on: Shakespeare and the Globe Theatre Appearance in Twelfth Night
These teacher's notes accompany The Enormous Turnip, a Level Three title in the Usborne First Reading series. This series has been developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, Senior Lecturer in Education and reading specialist at Roehampton University, who is also the co-author of these notes. The notes have been specially written to help you to get the most out of The Enormous Turnip in guided reading sessions, with ideas and guidance to make the sessions as enjoyable and productive as possible. They include a photocopiable assessment grid and suggestions for futher reading, both guided and independent.
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Usborne publication for National Curriculum level 3B
The classic story by L. Frank Baum, retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. When Dorothy is whizzed to Oz in a tornado, she lands in a place where nothing is quite as it seems. Can she find the Wizard, defeat the Wicked Witch of the West, and be granted her wish to return to Kansas?
The Clever Rabbit is eating happily in the woods when he has to save a lost sheep from being eaten by a hungry wolf. But will the rabbit's brains outmatch the wolf's brawn?
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.
Een klassiek verhaal met prachtige illustraties biedt een betoverende kijk op het leven van een dappere paard in het Victoriaanse Engeland, dat generaties lezers heeft geboeid. Ga op reis door de tijd en ontdek de wereld door de ogen van Zwarte Schoonheid, die de vreugde en het lijden van paarden in de 19e eeuw ervaart. Het verhaal is even fris als in 1877, toen het voor het eerst aan lezers werd gepresenteerd. Maak kennis met medelevenwekkende helden en wrede schurken die Zwarte Schoonheid tegenkomt, en voel de emoties van een paard – galopperend over het zachte gras en het horen van liefdevolle woorden in moeilijke tijden. Dit verhaal zal je voor altijd bijblijven. Anna Sewell, de auteur, werd geboren in 1820 en werd na een ernstig ongeluk een levenslange liefhebber van paarden. Haar poging om de harten van mensen te raken en hun kijk op dierenwelzijn te veranderen, leidde tot het schrijven van dit werk. Zwarte Schoonheid is vandaag de dag het meest geliefde dierenverhaal, met naar schatting vijftig miljoen verkochte exemplaren wereldwijd.
Thanks to his laziness, the sorcerer's apprentice dabbles in magic far beyond his abilities. But when the consequences of his actions begin to spiral dangerously out of control, he finds himself in big trouble.
Four titles in the popular "Young Reading" series are re-issued with hardback covers with audio CDs inserted into a wallet inside the back cover, making the book and CD easy to store together. "The Young Reading" series is developed with experts at Roehampton University to help young readers grow in confidence and ability. Ages 5+.
When Stan and his neighbor, Mr. Puff, accidentally shrink themselves while trying to reduce the size of the dinosaurs that hatched from eggs Mr. Puff found, it is up to Amy the cat to save the day.
Alfie Briggs is a burglar. After a hard night's thieving, he likes to go home to a tasty meal. One day Alfie returns to find his cupboards bare. Someone has burgled his breakfast!
Recounts traditional stories about why animals look and act the way they do.
Three stories about pirates and their adventures include a pirate who falls for a trick while trying to break out of prison, a cabin boy with a secret, and a competition among pirates for a chest full of treasure.
Combining a good story about witches with easy reading text for children who have just started reading alone, this book is one of a series developed by an early reading expert.
The little mermaid lives at the bottom of the sea, where the water is as clear as glass and the sand as fine as powder. But she longs to see the world above the waves This classic tale is beautifully retold, with lyrical text and enchanting illustrations by Alan Marks.
Fifteen-year-old John Trenchard, lured by rumors of treasure, becomes involved with a smuggler who leads him into danger and adventure.
"I'm strong" says the sun. "I'm stronger!" says the wind, but how can they prove it?
These titles in the popular First Reading series are re-issued with hardback covers with audio CDs inserted into a wallet inside the back cover.
A thrillingly spooky tale based upon the story by Oscar Wilde for children growing in reading confidence and ability. The Canterville Ghost has been scaring away new residents in his castle for 500 years, but when the Otis family move in it becomes clear they are just as determined to make him leave. But who will succeed?
That turnip's ready, said the farmer, one morning. But he can't pull it out of the ground. Soon he has a string of helpers but the turnip just won't budge. How big can this turnip be?
""Remember the rules of the woods," says Mrs. Red Riding Hood. "Keep to the path and DON'T TALK TO WOLVES!" But Little Red Riding Hood forgets the rules and now she must outwit the wolf."--Back cover.
The fascinating history of chocolate, from its origins in the rainforests of Central America to shops and factories everywhere. Written as part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme, designed for children just beginning to read.
Christmas customs, festive food, present-giving, songs and traditional stories from around the world with easy-reading text for children who have just started reading alone. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
How do ballet dancers dance on the tips of their toes? Why do they wear tutus? Beginner readers can find answers to these questions and more in this colourful information book. Illustrated with stunning photographs and illustrations accompanied by short, informative text developed with reading experts.
This wintry tale has warmed the hearts of children around the world for almost 200 years. It was written by master storyteller Hans Christian Andersen (1805--1875). The tale describes the amazing adventures of Gerda, who goes off in search of her friend Kay after the Snow Queen takes him away. The illustrations to the book were created by Vladyslav Yerko, a well-known Ukrainian illustrator and recipient of many awards at prestigious art and book fairs. He also received the title "Man of Books" when he was named best artist for 2002 by the Moscow "Book Review." His illustrations became widely known through his work on the books of Paulo Coelho and his work on Andersen's The Snow Queen, which won the Grand Prix award in the "Book of the Year" competition for 2000. Well-known writer Paulo Coelho said of Yerko's The Snow Queen: "This is the most wonderful children's book I've seen in my life."
Traces the life of the Jewish girl who chronicled her day-to-day life in a diary as she hid in an attic in Amsterdam during World War II
Strange things are afoot at Twelve Bells End. Messages appear on mirrors, sudden icy draughts send a chill through the rooms. Clues and red herrings on every page give readers the chance to solve the mystery themselves.
These are four new titles in this burgeoning series, providing a great introduction to the remarkable lives of important historical figures. Each book describes a famous life, following the protagonist through their triumphs and tribulations. It has lively speech, colourful illustrations and photographs that bring the reader closer to the action as the story unfolds
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When a young girl rescues her nutcracker from an attack by mice, the nutcracker becomes a prince and takes her to his magnificent castle.
