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The Norwegian folk tale retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. A young girl sets out with a great white bear on a journey to the ends of the earth. She visits enchanted castles, rides the wind and battles with a troll queen - all for the sake of true love.

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Pony Island is in danger. The fairy ponies are losing their magic and the Pony Queen's powers are under threat. Can Holly and Puck solve the mystery before it's too late The Fairy Ponies series is an exciting addition to Usborne Young Reading, introducing children to wonderful, original fiction. Developed in consultation with reading experts.

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Holly is staying with her Great Aunt May when she discovers a tiny pony with shimmering wings. At first, she thinks she must be dreaming, until two fairy ponies visit her one night on an urgent undertaking: Puck the fairy pony has been snatched by the spoiled girl next-door, and the ponies need Holly's help to rescue him.

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Original stories, full of magic and adventure, about a group of fairy unicorns. Huge girl appeal with the irresistible combination of fairy unicorns and a magical secret world. With stylish, two-colour illustrations.

Illustrations:Full colour throughout

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Goldilocks and the Three Bears re-tells the classic tale.

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Tells the story of Jack, who swaps his mother's cow for some 'magic' beans which grow into a huge beanstalk. By climbing this oversized plant, Jack reaches the home of a terrifying giant. Will Jack be able to escape with the giant's gold, or will the giant grind Jack's bones to make his bread

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Billys Mini Monsters really want to go to school with him. But Billy really doesnt want them to. Hes got enough trouble with the school bully, Basil Brown. But perhaps having MONSTERS around will be more helpful than Billy imagines Meet Billy and the Mini Monsters in this laugh-out-loud adventure series for young readers.

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The classic tale of three little pigs and a big bad wolf, brought to life with Richard Johnson's stunning illustrations and ingenious pop-ups.

Illustrations: Full colour throughout

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The Bennett sisters are coming of age and it's time for them to find husbands if they want to find their place in high society. But will everything end up as they hope A delightful retelling of the much-loved classic by Jane Austen.

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'The Princess And The Pea' is a children's classic and a favourite of little girls everywhere. This specially bound edition for young readers is printed in hardback format, with a ribbon marker and memorable illustrations. Part of Young Reading Series 1 for children just starting to read alone.

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Victoria was only eighteen when she became queen and this is the amazing story of her life, from her difficult and lonely childhood to becoming one of the most powerful women in the world.

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The classic fairytale of Rapunzel accompanied by beautiful and atmospheric illustrations that will enchant children and parents alike. Ages 5+.

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Anna, the millers daughter, dreams of becoming Queen, but first she must spin straw into gold. One night, a mysterious little man appears, promising to help but what does he want in return The classic fairytale retold as part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme for children growing in reading confidence.

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An enchanting re-telling of Hans Christian Andersen's timeless classic fairytale, with beautiful illustrations by Elena Selivanova.

Illustrations:Full colour throughout

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Ant is busy preparing for winter, while Grasshopper sings the summer away. But what will happen to Grasshopper when winter comes A delightful retelling of the classic Aesops' Fable, written especially for children learning to read, with delightful illustrations by John Joven.

Illustrations: Full colour throughout

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A thrillingly spooky tale based upon the story by Oscar Wilde for children growing in reading confidence and ability. The Canterville Ghost has been scaring away new residents in his castle for 500 years, but when the Otis family move in it becomes clear they are just as determined to make him leave. But who will succeed

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Part of a series designed to encourage independent reading which covers a range of subject matter, including the retelling of children's classics, fairytales, and a wide range of narrative non-fiction.

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Fox loves playing tricks. But when he plays a trick on his friend Stork, she decides to teach him a lesson. Now Fox will find out how it feels to have a trick played on him! A humorous re-telling of the famous Aesop's fable,written especially for children learning to read, with expert reading advice and wonderful illustrations by John Joven.

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Hare is the fastest animal around and he knows it. In fact, he can't stop boasting about it. So Tortoise challenges him to a race to try and prove him wrong. There's just one problem. Tortoise is very, very slow. How will he ever win the race

Illustrations:Full colour throughout

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Its tough in the wild, whether youre a tiny mouse or a big, scary lion. But friends can be found in the strangest of places. Aesops charming fable is specially retold for beginner readers in this lively retelling, and features beautiful illustrations by John Joven throughout.

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The Little Red Hen finds some grains of wheat, but who will help her plant them "Not I!" say her three best friends. So do they deserve the treat at the end Young readers will love the retelling of this classic tale, with its rhythmic, repetitive language and lively illustrations.

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A tale of mistaken identity in which a poor young boy named Tom is mistaken for the young Edward VI, and the two boys discover what life is like when the tables are turned. Part of the "Usborne Young Reading Series 2", aimed at children whose reading ability is beginning to grow, and helps build confidence and ability.