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A humorous re-telling of the legendary tale, specially written for children who are starting to read on their own. Easy-to-read text and colourful illustrations bring the story of a fire-breathing dragon, a princess in peril and a bold knight to life.

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Three original mermaid tales for children who are just beginning to learn how to read. Meet a scheming mermaid lurking to sabotage the Great Seahorse Race, a mermaid on a journey to the spooky Pirates' Graveyard and a mermaid who just loves to dance! Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.

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StORIES OF UNICORNS

If you'd love to meet a unicorn, dive into these magical tales.

Discover the stories of a unicorn who makes friends with a kitchen maid, one who outwits a greedy hunter - and the unicorn who simply loves strawberries...

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Sinbad is the most fearless sailor on the seven seas, facing trolls, giants, whales and wild storms on his adventures. But is his luck about to run out The classic adventure story, specially rewritten as part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme for children who have just started to read alone.

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Young children can discover what happens when Aladdin finds a magic lamp in this mystical and magical story. this classic tale, with charming illustrations and simple text, will capture the imagination of children starting to read alone.

Ages 5+

A classic story re-told for children just beginning to read.

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The classic fairytale of Cinderella accompanied by beautiful and atmospheric illustrations that will enchant children and parents alike. Part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme, specially retold for children just starting to read alone.

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Things don't look good for Icarus and his dad. They're imprisoned in a tower inside a maze on a rocky island. Can a daring idea fly them both to freedom This colourfully illustrated adaptation of the classic story from Ancient Greece has been specially written for young readers who have just started to read alone.

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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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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. 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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A lively retelling of this classic fairytale from the Brothers Grimm, recounting the story of a beautiful princess with skin as white as snow, lips as red as blood, and hair as black as ebony; Charmingly illustrated by Desideria Guicciardini; Young readers will treasure this beautiful gift edition, which is published in hardback with a.

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When King Arthur set up his court, hundreds of knights wanted to join him. But they had to fight fierce giants and deadly dragons first. For only the bravest, strongest and most loyal of knights could sit at the king's Round table. Read on for three of their exciting adventures.

Ages 5+

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Four original stories of magical creatures from faraway lands told for children just beginning to read. Featuring unicorns, flying horses and a creature that's half-lion, half-eagle, these stories are guaranteed to enthral children. Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.

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Three original stories with easy-reading text for children who have just started reading on their own. Includes stories about scary monsters living under the bed, close encounters with rampaging ice beasts and escaping slimy swamp creatures. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.

Three original stories with easy-reading text for children who have just started reading on their own. Includes stories about scary monsters living under the bed, close encounters with rampaging ice beasts and escaping slimy swamp creatures. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.

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This series of books combines good stories with easy reading text for children aged six to seven years and over who have just started reading alone. The series has been developed with Alison Kelly who is an expert in early reading.

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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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The three Billy Goats Gruff were leaving their farm to look for food. But as they crossed a river, they came face to fang with the Terrible Troll. Ages 5+ years.

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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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A new edition to Young Reading Series One, based on the Greek myth, aimed at children just beginning to read to help build confidence and ability.