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A charming retelling of one of Rudyard Kipling's classic Just So Stories, this simple and gently humorous story for young children tells how the camel got his hump.

Illustrations:Full colour throughout

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A lively retelling of a classic tale about a naughty crab. Based on the famous "Just So" story by Rudyard Kipling.

Illustrations: Full colour throughout

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Rudyard Kipling's classic 'Just So' story, retold for young readers. According to this much-loved fable, elephants didn't always have long trunks - that is, until one day when the elephant's child could contain his curiosity no longer, stepping closer than he should have to the Crocodile. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme.

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The Rhino has lovely skin that fits just right. But what happens when he spies the cake that Man has just made A special cake with currants and plums in it...

Illustrations: Full colour throughout

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Long ago, whales could eat anything - and they did. Then one day, everything changed. This story, adapted from one of Rudyard Kipling's 'Just So Stories' has been specially written for children who are learning to read, with colourful illustrations on each page and puzzles and fun facts about whales at the back of the book.

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(Paperback)

It's snowing outside, and Tom's neighbour Gary is building a snowman with his dad. Tom's own dad is ill, upstairs in bed again. He isn't strong and boisterous, like dads ought to be. So Tom builds his own snow creation: a cold, snarling ice cat. It's strange... he didn't mean to build an ice cat.

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Richly illustrated throughout, with bold, bright vignettes and full-page plates, this collection of tales from the "Arabian Nights" is retold for younger readers. It includes "Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves", "Aladdin and the Magic Lamp", and the "Voyages of Sinbad the Sailor", as well as a short history about the origins of the "Arabian Nights".

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This illustrated children's Bible has carefully written text which is suitable for reading aloud to young children or for older children to read by themselves.

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A collection of six timeless, classic stories in one lovely volume: The Story of Heidi, Little Women, The Railway Children, Black Beauty, The Secret Garden and The Wizard of Oz.

Illustrations: Full colour throughout

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A clearly presented children's thesaurus with colourful illustrations and helpful suggestions for alternative words to inspire creative writing. It is arranged alphabetically, with a guide to parts of speech and choosing and using words.

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A new edition of this detailed introduction to the most famous gods and goddesses in Greek and Norse mythology and their exploits.

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A fully illustrated collection of original adventure stories about swashbuckling pirates, life on the ocean waves and buried treasure.

A beautifully presented gift book that children will love to receive on any special occasion.

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Eight delightful tales of heart-warming fun and adventure. Stories include "King Donkey Ears", "The Enormous Turnip", "Danny the Dragon", "The Inch Prince", "Androcles and the Lion", "Stone Soup", "The Clumsy Crocodile" and "The Sorcerer's Apprentice". Each story is brilliantly illustrated by artists from the Usborne Young Reading Programme.

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A wonderful collection of stories from across the globe. Full of colourful illustrations from the Usborne Young Reading Programme.

Age 4+

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An illustrated collection of five classics that includes "Oliver Twist", "Bleak House", "Great Expectations", "A Tale of Two Cities" and "David Copperfield" as well as a short biography of the author himself.

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A fantastic selection of dragon stories from all over the world, gorgeously illustrated by Khoa Le, and starring a wide variety of dragons. Here you will find four dragons from China who save their country, alongside a dragon whose tears cause tulips to bloom, and a reluctant dragon who refuses to fight - even when St. George comes to town.

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Meet monsters, ogres and giants - plus a very grumpy troll - from all over the world. Ten entertaining stories include a female Jack climbing the beanstalk, a lonely ogre and a brave little tailor whose adventure begins with some annoying flies and a pot of jam.

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A little boy grows up to become a brave knight in a castle long ago. Find out all about life in a castle long ago in this charming simple little board book.

Illustrations: Full colour throughout

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Part of the "Usborne Picture Books" series, this title lets young children follow the imaginative adventures of a little boy who is whisked back in time as he plays in the ruins of a castle, only to find himself transported to the hustle and bustle of the building in its heyday.

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This title deals with everyday situations in which children may find themselves while abroad. Irish grammar is clearly explained, and puzzles provide plenty of practice. This title is part of a series providing a thorough grounding in useful, basic language skills.

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This title deals with everyday situations in which children may find themselves while abroad. Italian grammar is clearly explained, and puzzles provide plenty of practice. This title is part of a series providing a thorough grounding in useful, basic language skills.

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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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The classic tale of Jack and the Beanstalk is humorously revisited in this retelling of the traditional fairytale. Written as part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme, this title is specially rewritten for children just starting to read alone.