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Three brand new stories about everyone's favourite festive character, Father Christmas, aimed at children just beginning to read. Includes magical stories of how Santa makes his toys, what he gets up to on his days off and how to spot a real Santa from a fake one.

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Three original stories for children who have just started reading on their own. Chilly, Snowy and Freezy are three cool characters who love to have amazing adventures involving stolen diamonds, blazing bonfires and a best-dressed snowman competition. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Reading.

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Richard Hannay is in a race against time. Can he crack the code that could prevent an invasion Or will the ruthless agents of the sinister Black Stone get to him first Is anywhere safe Whom can he trust And just what is the secret of the 39 steps

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Princess Rose goes to visit Prince Hal to discuss their wedding. But she doesn't bargain on her sneaky maid taking her place. Will poor Rose spend her days looking after the royal geese

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When Mole pops his head out of the ground one fine, spring morning, his friend Rat introduces him to the world of the riverbank and its most famous resident, the exuberant Mr. Toad. Mole soon finds himself caught up in Toad's mischievous exploits, culminating in a battle for Toad Hall itself.

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When young Arthur pulls a sword from a stone, he suddenly discovers that he is the rightful king of England. Follow his adventures in this beautifully illustrated action-packed graphic novel.

Illustrations: Full colour throughout

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With his mighty war hammer Mjollnir firmly in his grasp, fearless Norse warrior Thor is on the hunt for action and adventure. Join him on his travels as he takes on terrifying giants and monstrous sea serpents, before the final epic battle of Ragnarok.

Illustrations: Full colour throughout

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One day Androcles comes across an angry lion. But what's that It has a thorn stuck in its paw and Androcles quickly makes a new friend.

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Bumbling grape thiefApe is behind bars. He has a cunning scheme to escape, but things don't quitego to plan. Will he reach his base before the prison guards catch up with himFind out in this entertaining addition to the popular Phonics Readers series.

Illustrations: Full colourthroughout

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Bad Jack Fox is on the run - can Dan catch him and save the stolen box Part of the award-winning "Usborne Very First Reading" series specially developed in consultation with literacy experts to help children learn to read.

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When Brown Cow visits the circus, she ends up stepping in for the clown who hasn't turned up for work. She slips, trips, drops things and loses her hat, and thinks that she's done a pretty bad job - but the ringmaster is thrilled! A lively story, specially written to develop phonemic awareness, this book is ideal for reading aloud.

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Danny the dragon gets on well with the local villagers. He lights their fires, cooks their food and is liked by all. But when a traveling salesman arrives at the market offering magic fire sticks, it looks like Danny could soon be out of a job.

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When young Dick Whittington hears that the streets of London are paved with gold, he travels to the big city to seek his fortune. Things don't quite turn out as he'd hoped, but can a kind man and a cat solve all Dick's problems

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The first of several follow-ups to the best-selling The Dinosaur Who Lost His Roar.

Everyone loves the food at Sid the dinosaur's restaurant. But one customer likes it far too much. Can anything satisfy Dora's enormous appetite Find out in this scrumptious story which is part of the new Usborne Dinosaur Tales series.

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Everyone in Dinosaur Valley is ready for bed. But noisy neighbour Rory is keeping them awake with his super-loud snore. Can he learn to be considerate and maybe even put his snore to good use Find out in this fun follow-up to the best-selling The Dinosaur Who Lost His Roar.

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Flamingo can't wait to join in the jungle bingo game. One, by one, she crosses off the numbers on her card - she needs just one more to win the surprise prize. But when a sneeze from Elephant sees the last ball go flying, the chase for the winning number is on...

Illustrations: Full colour throughout