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Usborne Young Reading pack with free rechargeable reading headlamp

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This is an awesome gift pack for kids who are addicted to reading! With this you get a free rechargeable lamp that you can keep in your head and read books for free to have fun reading.

  • A Little Princess,
  • Black Beauty,
  • Pinocchio,
  • Fairy Unicorns – Magic Forest,
  • The Nurcracker (Usborne Young Reading),
  • High Power Head Lamp.

A Midsummer Night`S Dream (Usborne Young Reading Series Two)

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A delightful version of Shakespeare’s play specially retold for children to read themselves. The enchanting story of magic and mix-ups, fairies and fools is retold in a captivating style, with beautiful illustrations that bring the characters to life. Includes links to carefully chosen websites with video clips and activities. Part of Young Reading Series 2 for readers growing in confidence.

Christopher Columbus (Usborne)

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Vivid account of the extraordinary life of the explorer, Christopher Columbus. Lively narrative text, colourful illustrations and photographs bring the subject alive. Includes essential facts and insightful details to help the reader understand the famous person and their times. Internet links to recommended websites to find out more about Columbus’s life and discoveries. Part of Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers

Florence Nightingale (Usborne)

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The remarkable story of Florence Nightingale, from her privileged childhood to the horrors of her work in the Crimea and as a hospital reformer. Retold in a lively, vivid style with evocative, full colour pictures and links to recommended websites to find out more. Part of Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers

Alexander The Great (Usborne)

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From the series that brings to life the fascinating lives of famous historical figures Lively speech, gentle humour and full-colour illustrations bring the reader closer to the action as the story unfolds Young readers will learn about each famous character as they read about their achievements, tribulations and triumphs Part of Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers.

Usborne Cleopatra

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In the land of pharaohs and pyramids, Cleopatra is a princess with an uncertain future. When her own brother tries to kill her, she realizes she can’t trust anyone. A vivid account of the life and times of Cleopatra with lively dialogue and full colour illustrations.

The Princess And The Pea (Usborne Young Reading Series One)

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A delightful retelling of the classic tale of the fussy princess, with lively text and speech bubbles and carefully written text for children just starting to read alone. Also available with an audio CD with a dramatic listen-along recording with music and sound effects and a read-along version with prompts for page turns.

The Elves and the Shoemaker (Usborne Young Reading Series One)

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The classic tale of the elves and the shoemaker specially re-written for children starting to read on their own Beautifully illustrated by Desideria Guicciardini. Part of Young Reading Series 1 for children just starting to read alone.

Around The World in Eighty Days (Usborne Young Reading Series Two)

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The classic tale of Phileas Fogg and his quest to travel around the world in just eighty days, with full colour illustrations throughout. Part of Young Reading Series 2 for readers growing in confidence.

Tutankhamun (Usborne)

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Howard Carter had spent five long years in the hot, dry desert, searching for the tomb of the Ancient Egyptian boy-king Tutankhamun. But what he found when he ventured deeper and deeper into the tomb was gold and treasure beyond his wildest dreams.

The Snow Queen (Usborne Young Reading Series Two)

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Designed for young children who are just beginning to read alone and are looking for lively stories to tackle. Colurful pictures combine with narrative text written to encourage reading skills for developing and emergent readers. AGe 5+

That’s Not My Fairy (Usborne Touchy-Feely Books)

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Young readers may touch various surfaces on pictures of fairies that are not the one someone is looking for, until the right picture appears.

A Christmas Carol (Usborne Young Reading Series Two)

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This simple retelling of the classic Dickens Christmas story has been adapted for children starting to read independently and remains faithful to the original text. With illustrations by Alan Marks, children will shudder at Marley’s ghost and sympathize with Tiny Tim’s plight.

Beauty & the Beast (Usborne Young Reading Series Two)

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A timeless love story specially rewritten for children growing in their reading confidence and ability. The Beast lives alone in his castle, enchanted by a wicked fairy and waiting for true love to break the spell. Could Beauty be the one to see through his ugly exterior? This key series was developed in conjunction with reading expert, Allison Kelly from Roehampton University. Every title has clear and compelling text that allows children to build their burgeoning reading skills, accompanied by charming illustrations.

Black Beauty (Usborne Young Reading Series Two)

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A captivating retelling of Anna Sewell’s classic novel beautifully illustrated by Alan Marks. Perfect for encouraging independent reading. Part of Young Reading Series 2 for readers growing in confidence. Also available with an audio CD with a dramatic listen-along recording with music and sound effects, followed by a read-along version with prompts for page turns.

The Wizard of Oz (Usborne Young Reading Series Two)

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The classic story by L. Frank Baum, retold for children growing in their reading confidence and ability, sumptuously illustrated by Mauro Evangelista. 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 Little Red Hen (Usborne First Reading Level Three)

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The classic story of The Little Red Hen retold with simple text and delightful illustrations. The Little Red Hen works hard all year to grow grains of wheat to make bread. Not one of her friends is willing to help her, so do they deserve the delicious treat at the end? First Reading Level Three titles help beginner readers develop reading stamina and include character sheets or maps and the main story. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.

The Ugly Duckling (Usborne First Reading Level Four)

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The classic story of The Ugly Duckling retold with simple text for children just beginning to read alone. Accompanied by clear and vivid illustrations throughout. Attractive hardback book with ribbon marker. Developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University. Also available as an English Learner’s Edition with CD recordings in British and American English and downloadable worksheets and teacher’s notes

The Fabulous Story of Fashion (Usborne Young Reading Series Two)

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The fascinating story of fashion – from cavemen’s coats to the catwalk couture of the modern age. Beautifully illustrated and full of fabulous fashion detail, bringing the costumes alive through every fold, sequin and pearl. Developed in conjunction with reading experts from the University of Surrey. Part of Young Reading Series 2 for readers growing in confidence.

Romeo & Juliet (Usborne Young Reading Series Two)

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Attractively presented retelling of the story with fabulous illustrations. Clear, engaging text to encourage independent reading with direct speech and speech bubbles. With Internet links via the Usborne Quicklinks Website where readers can find out more about Shakespeare and listen to famous passages from the play. Usborne Young Reading has been developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, Senior Lecturer at Roehampton University. Part of Young Reading Series 2 for readers growing in confidence.

The Story of Heidi (Usborne Young Reading Series Two)

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ohanna Spyri’s Heidi is beautifully retold, following the exploits of the orphaned girl sent to live in the Alps with her grumpy grandfather. Part of Young Reading Series 2 for readers growing in confidence, with clear, engaging text and stunning original illustrations. Developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University. Also available with an audio CD with a dramatic listen-along recording with music and sound effects, followed by a read-along version with prompts for page turns.

Pompeii (Usborne)

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A vivid retelling of a major historical catastrophe written in an engaging, narrative style with direct speech and speech bubbles. Dramatic illustrations, photos or maps on every page and Internet links to fun websites via the Usborne Quicklinks Website. The Usborne Reading has been developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, Senior Lecturer at Roehampton University

Titanic (Usborne)

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A vivid retelling of a major historical catastrophe written in an engaging, narrative style with direct speech and speech bubbles. Brings to life the gripping story of the “unsinkable” ship and its doomed maiden voyage. Dramatic illustrations, photos or maps on every page and Internet links to fun websites via the Usborne Quicklinks Website. Usborne Young Reading has been developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, Senior Lecturer at Roehampton University. Young Reading Series 3 is for readers who want to tackle longer stories.

Gladiators (Usborne Young Reading Series Three)

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A history of the often brutal world of the gladiators written in an engaging narrative style and containing full colour illustrations throughout. Includes details of the different types of gladiators, their costumes and weaponry, famous gladiators and the arenas in which they fought. Part of Young Reading Level 3, created for children ready to tackle longer stories and more diverse subjects. Developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University

Anne Frank (Usborne)

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Thoughtful account of the extraordinary life of Anne Frank for young readers. Lively narrative text, colourful illustrations and photographs bring the subject alive. Includes essential facts and insightful details to help the reader understand Anne Frank’s life and times and links to websites with videos, activities and virtual tours. Part of Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers.

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