Autor Lesley Sims
Alpaca makes and sells maracas, and, with the Carnival coming, business should be booming - but no one is buying. Then she discovers Baby Rattlesnake has a problem too - his tail just won't rattle. Can they help each other? A fun rhyming story, specially…
A lively, rhyming story with irresistibly funny illustrations and phonic repetition specially designed to help children learn to read. “Goat rows his boat around the moat. He sits and gazes at his float.It sinks. He blinks. “A fish!†he thinks. 
This lively rhyming story with irresistible illustrations and phonic repetition is a delight to share with very young children. It can also be enjoyed by children who are starting to read for themselves. Simple rhyming text helps to develop early language…
Who's that flying in the sky? It's SuperOwl! She comes to the rescue, time and again, but is everything quite as it seems? A funny rhyming story, specially written to develop phonemic awareness, starring quirky characters and stunning illustrations.…
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…
The Little Red Hen has found some grains of wheat! Who will help her grow and harvest them? A faithful retelling of the popular European tale, showing the stages from wheat to flour to freshly-baked bread. With free online audio.
On the first day of Christmas, my true love sent to me a partridge in a pear tree…' A stunningly illustrated picture book version of the well-known, traditional Christmas song, which is perfect for sharing over the festive season. Each page depicts a…
Mole, Ratty, Badger and the infamous Mr Toad love nothing more than messing around on the river. But when Mr Toad develops an obsession with motor vehicles, will his friends be able to help before he loses everything? Delightful retelling of the much…
Sleeping Beauty's parents accidentally upset a wicked fairy - and on her 16th birthday, the entire kingdom is doomed to sleep for 100 years. This enchanting retelling, all in rhyme, is a sweet introduction to the classic tale. A button on each page allows…
An attractive retelling of Lewis Carroll's story with evocative illustrations and clear, engaging text to encourage independent reading with direct speech and speech bubbles. An ordinary day becomes extraordinary when Alice follows the White Rabbit down…
See fairy palaces magically burst into colour in this fabulous activity book. Each page has a beautiful, black and white illustration which is wondrously transformed when children carefully paint water onto the picture. There's a fold-out flap to stop…
Wrap up warmly and join Gerda on her quest to rescue her best friend from the icy clutches of the wicked Snow Queen. This charming retelling of Hans Christian Andersen's classic fairy tale is beautifully complemented by the magical illustrations of Alan…
The three bears have gone out for a walk, when an uninvited visitor arrives... Press the sound buttons to hear a clear, lively reading of the much-loved fairy tale, specially recorded for little ones. With simple text and charming illustrations by Elisa…
Little Red Riding Hood is off to visit Granny... but who is waiting for her? Press the sound buttons to hear a clear, lively reading of the much-loved fairy tale, specially recorded for little children. With simple text and charming illustrations by…
"Run, run, as fast as you can. You can't catch me, I'm the gingerbread man!" Press the sound buttons to hear a clear, lively reading of the much-loved fairy tale, specially recorded for little ones. With simple text and charming illustrations…
Join Gerda on her magical journey to rescue her friend Kay from the evil Snow Queen. Press the sound buttons to hear a clear, lively reading of the classic winter fairy tale, specially recorded for little ones. With simple text and charming illustrations…
The three little pigs are off to build houses - but a little wolf is watching them... A lively retelling of the much-loved traditional tale, with a gentle ending for young children. A button on each page allows readers to hear the story as they read.
How does a little blob floating in jelly turn into a hopping, croaking frog? This inventive information book, specially written for little children and with interactive holes, is perfect for a first introduction to the wonders of nature.
This is a new title in the fantastic Usborne Reading Programme, based on an old African folktale and aimed at children who are beginning to read. Once upon a time, zebras didn't have stripes but a greedy baboon changed all that...This key series was…
The stories of six of Shakespeare's best-loved plays, beautifully retold and illustrated for children growing in reading confidence. Includes Twelfth Night, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Hamlet, Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet and The Tempest as well as a short…
Little Red Riding Hood is visiting her granny, but someone is there before her... who could it be? A charming retelling of the much-loved tale, with a child-friendly ending and beautiful illustrations by Bao Luu throughout.
A wonderful collection of well-loved stories, beautifully illustrated and specially retold for younger readers, including the classic tales The Gingerbread Man, The Nutcracker, Pinocchio, The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse, Alice in Wonderland, The…
This is a handy guide for would-be time-travellers planning a trip back to Ancient Greece. It is full of fascinating historical information about interesting tourist attractions, important festivals and the fashions and customs of ancient Greece. It…
Offers a fresh approach to the history of Ancient Rome, full of historical information about interesting tourist attractions, important festivals and the fashions and customs of the period. This title also includes a guide to the best villas, hotels…
Seal loves her new speed boat, but she keeps going too fast! Can she learn to be more careful? This entertaining story for beginner readers has simple rhyming text and stylish illustrations throughout. A delight to share with very young children, and…
The enchanting fairytale retold through simple and engaging text with stunning original artwork. Gerda and Kay are best friends, until Kay suddenly changes. Then he is kidnapped by the wicked Snow Queen and everyone thinks he is lost forever. But Gerda…
Tom Town Mouse is off to visit his cousin, Cora, in the country. "It will be great!" says his friend, but Tom is not so sure. A charming retelling of the classic Aesop's Fable, with endearing illustrations by John Joven. With free online audio to listen…
A lively retelling of the classic rags to riches tale with delightful artwork to match. A button on each page allows the reader to hear the story as they read.
Lion thinks Little Mouse is too small to do anything... but will Little Mouse surprise him? A wonderful retelling of a much-loved fable by Aesop, with charming illustrations by John Joven.
One starry night, a long, long time ago, a very special baby was born. Follow the animals, the shepherds and three wise men to say hello to him. Beautifully illustrated by Ag Jatkowska, this delightful retelling of the Nativity story has been specially…