Patsy Sims

From Mary Shelley to H.G. Wells, a collection of the best Victorian science fiction from Michael Sims, the editor of Dracula's Guest.Long before 1984, Star Wars, or The Hunger Games, Victorian authors

This work contains four new titles in the fantastic "First Reading" series, aimed at children who are beginning to read. Luxurious hardback editions foster pride in book ownership and enthusiasm for r

A cheerful story sure to entertain young children with its irresistible illustrations.Uses phonic repetition and simple rhyming text, specially designed to help develop essential language and early re

What marks out a real princess? Why, the ability not to be fooled by fine trappings and the seeming comforts of a lush looking bed. A gorgeous and funny retelling of a timeless tale, with free online audio.

Gerda sets out to save Kay, in a specially abridged edition of Hans Christian Andersen’s well-loved fairy tale, with stunning artwork by Elena Selivanova.

Sealhas bought herself a new motor boat, Hippo is trying out his new water skis andSeal is causing chaos! A fun rhyming story, specially written to developphonemic awareness, with wonderful illustrati

This is a new title in the fantastic "First Reading" series, based on an African folktale and part of the "Usborne Reading Programme". It is aimed at children who are beginning to read. Anansi, King o

The fascinating history of castles specially written as part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme. for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Explains why castles were first built, what

An amusing folktale for beginner readers about a magical fish that grants wishes.Includes book and interactive CD-ROM with animated screen visuals and characterful narration, music and sound effects.N

The enchanting classic by Frances Hodgson Burnett retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Mary Lennox feels forlorn and lonely in her uncle's gloomy house on the moors. But behi

Everyone knows the story of farmer Macdonald and the multitude of noisy animals who live on his farm, quacking, mooing and neighing as they go about their business. In this little board book, the tale

Explore the enchanting world of Fairy Palacess with this incredible magic painting book. Sweep carefully over the wonderful black and white patterns and drawings with the paintbrush provided, and watc

A collection of six funny rhyming stories, specially written to develop phonemic awareness, with lively illustrations by David Semple. From a poodle drawing doodles and a lizard in a blizzard to unico

A sweet retelling of one of the most famous fairy tales in the world, specially adapted for toddlers. Cinderella's father isn't dead - only away - and her wicked stepmother has become an aunt, but the pumpkin coach and glass slippers are still ready to whisk her away to the ball. With free online audio.

From the beloved story by Hans Christian Andersen. Everyone at the Emperor's court is enchanted by the song of the nightingale; but one day, the Emperor receives a glittering mechanical nightingale an

Chang's paintings are so good, his birds and animals seem alive. So when the Emperor's new temple needs painting, he sends for Chang. But why is Chang painting dragons without any eyes? Is it true, as he claims, that if he adds eyes the painted dragons will actually come to life? With free online audio.

Five hilarious rhyming tales that are fun to read aloud.This book is filled with five fun rhyming stories that make reading a pleasure. There's a yeti whose cooking causes chaos and a gopher who's a royal chauffeur. Together with cockatoos on a cruise, a hyena ballerina and a cheeky chimp, they make a collection that's sure to appeal to any young reader.

Summertime. It's hot enough to fry an egg on the sidewalk. Richard "Beast" Best and Matthew Jackson can't wait to dive into Emily Arrow's cool blue pool. But when they get there, Mrs. Arrow tells them that Emily has gone off to summer school.Summer school! How could they forget? That's exactly where they should be right now. Sitting in class, Beast still thinks summertime is the best time, and he and Matthew can always go swimming in the afternoon. But then Matthew gives Beast some bad news. It's up to Beast to think of a way to help Matthew fast--before the summer is ruined.

Three cheeky fleas learn the value of 'please'.All is not well at Bumble's Big Circus. The stars of the show, three fabulous fleas on their flying trapeze, have let fame go to their heads and now they never say please. It's up to the earwig clowns to remind them that "EVERYTHING'S better with 'Please'!" Lively rhyming text and humorous illustrations, set in the wonderful world of bugs, make this an excellent addition to the ever popular First Reading Level 3 titles.A fun and enjoyable original story, providing an entertaining lesson in manners.Rhyming text helps young readers tackle longer stories.Part of Usborne's best-selling, international Reading Programme, written with expert advice from a reading consultant.Fits into the Usborne Reading Programme at First Reading Level 3.

本書是一場結合時空穿越與解謎的刺激冒險。Hallie 和 Martha 原本只是過著平凡的一天，卻意外喚醒沉睡千年的兩名騎士，被捲入一場跨越過去與現在的任務。為了阻止神祕的 Dark Dark Knight，她們必須回到古老的 Hamalot 王國，尋找唯一能拯救一切的 Good King Stan。隨著旅程展開，讀者將和主角一起破解暗號、推理線索，穿越地圖與迷宮，在閱讀中動腦前進。A lively time travel mystery packed with puzzles and intrigue.It's an ordinary day for Hallie and Martha... until they accidentally wake two knights from a thousand-year sleep and find themselves on a daring and dangerous quest.Flung back in time, they must travel through the ancient kingdom of Hamalot in search of Good King Stan. For only Good King Stan can save both the past and the present from the evil threat of the mysterious Dark Dark Knight.Full of coded messages plus logic, map and maze puzzles to unravel as you read, this Usborne classic has been updated and enhanced for a whole new generation of puzzle adventurers.