Venture onto the high seas in this illustrated book that explores the history of pirates from the days of the ancient Greeks through to the bloodthirsty buccaneers of the 18th century. Every spread contains bright and detailed original colour illustrations that reveal all there is to know about the world of pirates, including an exploration of an authentic pirate galleon, a visit to a notorious pirate port and a pirate ship wrecked at the bottom of the ocean, waiting to reveal its hidden treasure... It contains over fifty flaps, which children can lift to delve further into the world of pirates, parrots, pieces of eight and barrels of rum. In addition to being hugely entertaining, this book is also immensely informative and is packed with accurate historical information.

Aimed at children aged 6 and over, mainly Key Stage 1, this series provides stories for youngsters which are illustrated in colour throughout. This book is about Aladdin.

This exploration of farm animals is part of a series introducing children to the wonder of the world around them. It has two reading levels, with a simple sentence on each page for beginners, accompanied by more complex information which can be read as the child's ability grows.

How do astronauts travel into space? Where do they live when they get there? What do they do all day? In this book you'll find the answers and lots more amazing facts about living in space. This non-fiction series aims to encourage children to access the wonder of the world around them. The easy-to-read text has been specially written with the help of a reading expert.

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?

Bryan Talbot constructs a very special story in The Tale of One Bad Rat. The victim of child sexual abuse, Helen Potter becomes the armored knight before her own personal demons. It`s a story of heroism and courage, and of defeating the greatest enemy — the one which lives within. `Art Therapy` provides a concise introduction to theory and practice, brought to life through case material and examples of artwork produced during therapy sessions. Written by practicing art therapist Dave Edwards, the book explains key theoretical ideas such as symbolism, play, transference and interpretation.

A classic fairytale from the Brothers Grimm retold in a lively fashion. Cheerily illustrated throughout by Jan McCafferty, illustrator of many Usborne favourites. Hansel and Gretel pit their wits against an evil stepmother and a wicked witch, but who will triumph at the end of the day? Young readers will treasure this gift edition, which is published in hardback with a ribbon marker. The Young Reading Series is designed to encourage independent reading and covers a range of subject matter, including the retelling of children's classics, fairytales, and a wide variety of narrative non-fiction.

Only good sons have a chance of becoming real boys, warns the wise cricket. But, try as he might, Pinocchio the puppet just can't stay out of trouble. Is Pinocchio doomed to be wooden forever. Ages 5+.