New Releases by Susanna Davidson

The ever-popular fairy tale, specially retold and illustrated with fresh, bright pictures for beginner readers. Poor Cinderella is made to cook and clean for her stepsisters, and her wicked stepmother won't even let her go to the Royal Ball. But then, in a flurry of sparkles, her Fairy Godmother arrives and everything changes...

"Billy's going to the hospital and he's nervous about staying the night. 'Don't worry,' say the mini monsters.'We'll be there with you!' But while Billy's making a new friend, the monsters are busy exploring. Will they get back in time for Billy's operation?"--Back cover.

The mini-monsters cause chaos at Christmas. Can they work together to tidy up? It's nearly Christmas and Billy and Ruby are feeling very excited. Billy has asked Santa to bring presents for his Mini Monsters and they're very excited too, until they try to help with the decorating and bring down the entire Christmas tree. Now the baubles are broken, the fairy is squashed and Billy's mother is feeling sad. Can the Mini Monsters make Christmas right again? And will Santa still come to them?

There''s trouble on the Majestic Isle. The Woodland Princess is refusing to sit for the royal Family Portrait and has run away, climbing high into the treetops. Can the Princess Dollies find her in time?

Based on the Grimm''s fairy tale, this story tells of two sisters who are visited one winter''s night by a bear, who seeks shelter from the cold. He stays through the winter, but by spring, he returns once more to the forest. Suspecting the bear is under an enchantment, the two sisters boldly set out to help him. Beautifully illustrated by Italian illustrator and teacher, Isabella Grott. An inspiring fairytale featuring bold and adventurous female protagonists. Part of the new ''Forgotten Fairytales'' series in Usborne''s internationally best-selling Young Reading programme.

Little children will love this magical retelling of the classic fairy tale, with fantastic pop-ups, all stunningly illustrated by George Ermos. Discover the secret tower, see Sleeping Beauty prick her finger on the spindle, follow the fairies' starry trail and see if magic can save the day.

"This gorgeous book has lots of exciting Christmas stained glass window designs to color. Color in the outlines on tracing paper, following the guide picture opposite. You could even tear out the tracing paper and hold it up to the light, like a real stained glass window."

"In this strikingly illustrated collection, you will find eight forgotten fairy tales to inspire and empower a new generation of readers. Discover brave and brilliant girls who outwit giants, fight evil, awaken sleeping princes ... and of course, live happily ever after."--Page 4 of cover

Reports show that reading or being read to for ten minutes every day will significantly improve children''s reading skills. This short story collection supports this - each story taking about ten minutes to read. Ideal for sharing with younger children; as children learn to read on their own they can tackle these simple stories on their own. This title follows up on 10 Ten-Minute Stories.

Lenny and Lola journey deep into the earth, encountering rabbits snuggled in their burrows, underground trains and dinosaur bones. They keep digging and digging until they pop out on the other side of the world! Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton, specially written for children just starting to read alone. This ebook includes audio and reading-related puzzles. "Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme." - Julia Eccleshare

Prince Patrick wants to marry a real princess but they’re not easy to find. Still, anything is possible with the help of a cousin, a witch and a pea... Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton, specially written for children just starting to read alone. "Irresistible for children learning to read." - Child Education Plus

An inspiring source of inexpensive ideas that help babies learn new skills, find out about the world around them and, most importantly, have fun. Includes ideas for simple ball games, sand play, songs, action rhymes and other fun things to do with a baby. This is a highly illustrated ebook that can only be read on the Kindle Fire or other tablet. "Easy ways to keep your little one stimulated, with lots of giggles together." - Practical Parenting

Clever Rabbit must save a lost sheep from being eaten by a hungry wolf. But will the rabbit’s brains outmatch the wolf’s brawn? This illustrated retelling of the Native American folktale is accompanied by an audio narration, and is specially written for children just starting to read alone. "Irresistible for children learning to read. " - Child Education Plus

The Ugly Duckling leaves home and goes out alone into the world. Will he ever find anyone to love him? Written for beginner readers, this illustrated retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale is brought to life by audio narration. "Irresistible for children learning to read. " - Child Education Plus

Little Red Riding Hood braves the deep, dark woods to visit her grandmother, but can she outwit the wolf she encounters along the way? A simple retelling of this classic fairytale, designed to capture the imagination and build the confidence of beginner readers. This book includes audio and links to downloadable worksheets and teacher's notes. "Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme." - Julia Eccleshare

Naughty Goldilocks sneaks into the bears' house and eats all their porridge, breaks their furniture and sleeps in their beds. She is in for a surprise when the bears return home... Simply written in lively, flowing text, Usborne First Reading books are designed to capture the imagination and build the confidence of beginner readers. This book includes audio and links to downloadable worksheets and teacher's notes. "Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme." - Julia Eccleshare

Anna Sewell's classic tale of one horse's journey from the rolling hills of the English countryside to the dark, cobbled streets of London retold through simple read-aloud text and beautiful watercolour illustrations. This is a highly illustrated ebook that can only be read on the Kindle Fire or other tablet.

A moving retelling of E. Nesbit's much-loved story about three children whose lives change forever the day their father disappears. Simple text and colourful illustrations capture the essence of this classic story for young children. Beautiful full colour ebook, best viewed on a tablet.

When mum's house becomes too small, it's time for Pinky, Percy and Poppy Pig to build houses of their own. But will they chose their materials wisely and escape the Big Bad Wolf? Simply written in lively, flowing text Usborne First Reading books are designed to capture the imagination and build the confidence of beginner readers. This book includes audio and links to downloadable worksheets and teacher's notes. "Irresistible for children learning to read. " - Child Education Plus

The Little Red Hen works hard all year to grow grains of wheat to make bread. Not one of her friends is willing to help her, so do they deserve the delicious treat at the end? Simply written in lively, flowing text Usborne First Reading books are designed to capture the imagination and build the confidence of beginner readers. This book includes audio and links to downloadable worksheets and teacher's notes. "Irresistible for children learning to read. " - Child Education Plus

When life on the farm becomes too hard for a donkey, a dog, a cat and a rooster, they decide to runaway and join a band – little do they know they will soon encounter a rascally band of robbers! Simply written in lively, flowing text Usborne First Reading books are designed to capture the imagination and build the confidence of beginner readers. This book includes audio and links to downloadable worksheets and teacher's notes. "Irresistible for children learning to read. " - Child Education Plus

Lion wants to eat up ALL of the jungle animals. "Don't worry," says Clever Rabbit. "I have a plan..." Simply written in lively, flowing text Usborne First Reading books are designed to capture the imagination and build the confidence of beginner readers. This book includes audio, simple comprehension puzzles and downloadable worksheets and teacher's notes. "For every parent, child and teacher weary of the monotony of the average reading scheme, Usborne's First Reading series will offer rays of sunlight. The books are carefully levelled and offer a huge variety of accessible and fun, fiction and non-fiction." - Tamara Linke (Proprietor, Tales on Moon Lane Bookshop)

As the clock stroked midnight on Christmas Eve, Clara''s nutcracker toy turns into a prince. He calls for his reindeer and his golden sleigh and whisks Clara away to the mouthwatering Land of Sweets. Five tunes from the famous ballet bring this magical story to life.

"The classic tale of Heidi, a little orphan girl who is sent to live with her grandfather, high in the Swiss mountains" -- page 4 of cover.

"The Emperor needs a new outfit and it has to be splendid. So he finds the finest clothes-makers in town and puts them to work. But are their clothes as splendid as they say? This famous fairy tale is brought to life with humorous illustrations and lively text."--Back cover.

A new title in Young Reading, Series Three, based on the much-loved classic by Jane Austen. Aimed at children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer and more complex stories. Age: 7 years + 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? Age: 7 years +

This is a charming story of life on a busy farm, from early morning when the cockeral crows to when the tractor chugs home at night.

A new title in the fantastic First Reading series, part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme, aimed at children who are beginning to read.

This dazzling tour of the animal kingdome takes you all over the globe, from tiny bugs on Himalayan peaks to hairy rhinos in the depths of the jungle. The very best of today's wildlife photography combines with lively, fascinating text to reveal the magic and wonder of the animal world.