Children

Bob and Bet catch a magical fish who grants wishes - an amusing story based on a folktale. First Reading Level 1 are real books for beginner readers to tackle with very light support. Featuring the hilarious illustrations of Mike Gordon. Includes several pages of reading-related puzzles. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.

Five easy to move sliders, a rhyming story and lots to spot and say in this series of bright, interactive board books for toddlers! Today, Bizzy Bear is packing his ship, hoisting the jolly roger and setting sail on an exciting pirate adventure! All little readers will love helping Bizzy steer his ship, dig for treasure and open the treasure chest. A funny little story with loads of details to spot and chat about.

On a visit to the Dinosaur Wildlife Park, Bizzy Bear discovers some interesting footprints. Where do they lead and to which dinosaur do they belong? A funny little story with loads of details to spot and chat about.

Intrepid explorer Professor Liedenbrock leads a dramatic expedition to an Icelandic volcano, where a secret tunnel leads to the very centre of the earth... A rip-roaring retelling of Jules Verne’s classic sci-fi adventure story, specially written for children growing in reading confidence. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.

Little Red Riding Hood is off to visit her Grandma, but following her through the forest is a very hungry wolf... This lively retelling of the classic fairy tale has gorgeous illustrations and the simple text makes this story perfect for sharing together or for beginner readers to enjoy alone.  

A beautifully illustrated picture book that brings new life to the classic tale. Meet Cinderella, a young girl with a wicked stepmother, two cruel stepsisters, and a magical fairy godmother who is set to make her dreams come true. The simple text and vibrant illustrations will appeal to very young children at story time and to older children just beginning to read alone.

The classic English fairytale, specially rewritten for young children and brought to life with stunning illustrations. Jack and his mother are so poor that they don't have anything to eat. Their hope is fading, until Jack meets a strange little man with a handful of magic beans... What happens next changes Jack's life forever. The simple text and vibrant illustrations will appeal to very young children at story time and to older children just beginning to read alone.

Who keeps helping the old shoemaker and making such wonderful shoes while he sleeps? And how can the shoemaker repay their kindness? Find out in this joyful retelling of the classic fairy tale for little children, gorgeously illustrated on every page by John Joven.  

The much-loved story of Snow White, specially retold for beginner readers and illustrated with fresh, colourful pictures by John Joven.One of the world's most famous fairy tales, beautifully illustrated and charmingly retold for little children. Snow White is the kindest and prettiest girl in the kingdom, but her stepmother soon becomes jealous... A much-loved and gorgeously illustrated story of a beautiful princess, a wicked queen and her magic mirror, a handsome prince and not one but seven…

From traditional steam trains to super-fast bullet trains, this fact-filled information book allows children to look inside locomotives and find out how they work. Young readers can lift-the-flaps to discover fun facts and find out about the history of train travel.