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An original story for children who have just started reading on their own. One rainy Saturday, Ellie and her friends set up the Monster Gang. But one of the gang is hiding a big secret. Will he be found out Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.

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Enchanting retelling of the classic story with easy reading text for children beginning to read alone. Clara's adventure begins on Christmas Eve with an amazing present - a magic doll. Soon she is flying in a sleigh to the Land of Sweets where she meets the Sugarplum Fairy.

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A charming retelling of a classic French fairytale

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This is a lively re-telling of the Greek myth, in which Pegasus, the flying horse, helps hero Bellerophon to defeat a fire-breathing monster. This is a new title in "Young Reading Series One". Part of the Usborne Reading Programme, "Series One" has short stories that are full of excitement, aimed at children who are starting to read on their own.

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The Greek army has been sent to Troy to recapture Helen, the most beautiful woman in the world. But how can they get inside the heavily defended city The Greek commander, Odysseus, comes up with an extraordinary solution - but will his daring plan really work

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The classic tale of the elves and the shoemaker specially re-written for children starting to read on their own as part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme.

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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.

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Popular titles in Usborne Young Reading Series One issued with hardback covers as luxurious and motivating new editions.

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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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Far away, in a magical castle, a king and queen throw a magnificent party for their new-born daughter, Rose. But one of the fairies is left off the guest list - and she is furious. How far will she go to get revenge

Ages 5+

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Popular titles in Usborne Young Reading Series One issued with hardback covers as luxurious and motivating new editions.

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Three hilarious, original tales of some not-so-scary mythical fire-breathing beasts. Each title is vividly illustrated, and is clearly laid out with speech bubbles to aid the narrative flow. Developed in conjunction with reading experts at the University of Surrey.

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Crystal, Lily and Poppy are three fairies in a flap. With stolen wands, flying lessons and Fairy Balls, there's never a dull moment. Come to Fairyland and join the magical fun. Part of Young Reading Series 1 for readers just starting to read alone.

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.

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Three thrilling adventures telling the story of the legendary wizard Merlin, specially written for children who are starting to read on their own. The stories follow the mighty wizard as he outwits a cruel king, faces fearsome dragons and guides a prince to his destiny.

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Three original high-seas stories for children just beginning to read. Find out if Charlie can get rid of his pesky parrot and Molly can escape the clutches of the sneaky Captain Spike in these swashbuckling stories. Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.

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Three original pony tales for children who are just beginning to learn how to read. Meet a pony who is scared of loud noises, a pony who is always making mischief and a small Shetland who is about to make a big delivery... Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.

Titles in the popular Young Reading series are re-issued with hardback covers with audio CDs inserted into a wallet inside the back cover, making the book and CD easy to store together.

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An amusing and original story with easy-reading text for children who have just started reading on their own. After a hard night's thieving, Alfie the burglar likes to go home to a tasty meal. But one day he returns to find his cupboards bare. Someone has burgled his breakfast!

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How will Mr. Puff cope when his giant dinosaur eggs start to hatch Dinosaurs grow very quickly and he is running out of room. Something needs to be done, and fast!

Ages 5+

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The fascinating history of chocolate, from its origins in the rainforests of Central America to shops and factories everywhere. Written as part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme, designed for children just beginning to read.

A re-telling of one of the Brothers Grimm's best-loved fairytales about a princess, a promise, and a frog with a secret. Part of Young Reading Series 1 for children just starting to read alone. The audio CD includes a dramatic listen-along recording with music and sound effects, followed by a read-along version with prompts for page turns.

Prepare to set sail with the craziest crew of pirates on the Seven Seas - Charlie and his pesky parrot, sneaky Captain Spike and the mysterious Masked Pirate himself.

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This classic retelling of Hans Christian Andersen's comical fairytale about a fashion-crazy emperor is amusing illustrated throughout by award-winning cartoonist, Mike Gordon. The audio CD includes a dramatic listen-along recording with music and sound effects, followed by a read-along version with prompts for page turns.