«This brand new addition to the «Usborne Young Reading» series focuses on animals and the roles they have played in conflict, both modern and ancient. Find out how elephants helped Hannibal attack Rome, why pigeons saved hundreds of lives in World Wars 1 and 2 and how a little donkey called Murphy came to the rescue of wounded soldiers in World War One, along with many other stories of heroism and courage. Usborne's «Young Reading» series was developed in conjunction with experts from Roehampton University and is designed to encourage independent reading. Each title has clear, engaging text and is accompanied by original illustrations.»

These are four new titles in this burgeoning series, providing a great introduction to the remarkable lives of important historical figures. Each book describes a famous life, following the protagonist through their triumphs and tribulations. It has lively speech, colourful illustrations and photographs that bring the reader closer to the action as the story unfolds.

These two new gift editions in the Usborne Young Reading series are titles to treasure, published in hardback with a ribbon marker. Each title is a classic: Johanna Spyri's Heidi is beautifully retold, following the exploits of the orphaned youngster who is sent to live in the Alps with her grumpy grandfather; and the classic tale of Jack and the Beanstalk is humorously revisited. Usborne's Young Reading Series was developed in conjunction with experts from the University of Surrey and is designed to encourage independent reading. Each title has clear, engaging text and is accompanied by stunning original illustrations.

Part of an exciting series of books for children who are beginning to read on their own. The easy-to-read text has been specially written with the help of a reading expert.

A gorgeous gift for young boys, this fabulous treasury of Usborne Young Reading titles will delight and entertain with its mix of classic fairytales and original stories. It features well-known classics such as Treasure Island and Sindbad the Sailor alongside brand new stories about robots, pirates, monsters and knights. Usborne's Young Reading series was developed in conjunction with experts from Roehampton University and is designed to encourage independent reading. Each individual story has clear, engaging text and is accompanied by original illustrations.

Telling the time has never been so much fun than with these fabulous flashcards that feature the familiar characters from Usborne's hugely popular Farmyard Tales series. This title contains 50 colourful and delightful cards, each of which has a simple, time-specific scene on one side, vividly illustrated by Stephen Cartwright. The flip side of each card contains a blank clock face and a digital clock that children can fill in as they learn to tell the time. The cards can be used to play games, create time-related activities and simply familiarize young children with the times of the day. All the flashcards are durable and robust, with a wipe-clean surface, ensuring repeated use. A pen is also included.

Exciting stories of Norse Gods and Goddesses vividly retold for young readers. Includes a 'Who's who' guide to each character and their role in Norse mythology. Informative section on the Viking people and their beliefs. Dramatically illustrated by Rodney Matthews.

One of Usborne's most enduring and well-known series has been given an exciting new look. Each guide has been completely updated and has a striking new cover. It makes perfect companions for enthusiasts keen to discover the many fascinating aspects of the natural world with full-colour illustrations of around 100-200 different species per title that have been reproduced from the original artwork using the latest technology. It provides ideal field guides for both children and adults and incredible value for money.

One of Usborne's most enduring and well-known series has been given an exciting new look. Each guide has been completely updated and has a striking new cover. These guides are perfect companions for enthusiasts, who are keen to discover the many fascinating aspects of the natural world. They offer full-colour illustrations of around 100-200 different species per title, which have been reproduced from the original artwork using the latest technology. They are an ideal field guides for both children and adults and incredible value for money.

Simple, accessible retellings of the great literary classics, which remain faithful to the original texts in their treatment of the story. This book is for enthusiastic young readers, who will be mesmerised by classic stories and encouraged to pursue an interest in literature.

Intended for children whose reading ability is beginning to grow, this title helps build confidence and ability. It is part of the Usborne Young Reading Series Two.

The enduring appeal of Rachel Wells' illustrations and the opportunity to touch a variety of textures makes this book a pre-school classic. Will appeal to the imagination of very young children, who will enjoy touching the different patches in this bright and fun board book. Ages: 1+.

This non-fiction series aims to encourage children to access the wonder of the world around them. The books have two reading levels, with a simple sentence on each page for beginners, and more complex information for more confident readers.

Usborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own. This title features vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, accompanied by short, informative text. It is developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. It contains carefully selected Internet links to exciting websites to find out more. It is great reading practice for children who prefer fact to fiction.