New Releases by SUSANNA DAVIDSON

A collection of stories retold in picture-book format, including Pinocchio, The Emperor''s New Clothes and The Gingerbread Man. Each story is fully illustrated and perfect for either reading aloud or for more confident readers to tackle alone. A lovely gift.

Imagine you were told to kill a terrifying monster. That''s just what happens to Bellerophon and he''s in despair... until he finds Pegasus, a magnificent flying horse. Together they set off on a hair-raising adventure in this lively retelling of the classic Greek myth for children just starting to read on their own. Includes links to carefully chosen websites to find out more about Ancient Greece. "Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme." - Julia Eccleshare

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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.

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)

"Victoria was only eighteen when she became queen, but until that day she had been kept a virtual prisoner by her mother. 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." --Back cover. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.

This is a lively and intriguing biography of the Queen, from her birth to the present day, timed to coincide with the Diamond Jubilee. It includes stunning photographs, a family tree and a timeline. It is written with the expert advice of writer and broadcaster, Hugo Vickers. Part of Usborne''s popular "Young Reading" series, it is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, Principal Lecturer at the University of Roehampton. This book is in Series Three, for confident readers.

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.

This newly updated book will introdue you to the whold field of geography, from rocks and their formations, the Solar System, weather and climates, and oceans, to human settlements, populations trends, diverse ecosystems and environmental concerns.

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

A picture book based on the classic ballet by Tchaikovsky with excerpts from the musical score.

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.

This enchantingly illustrated treasury is perfect for parents to enjoy with little children. There are rhymes, stories and activities to share, and a baby scrapbook to record special events too.

Princess Polly, who loves riding, enters the Pony Dressing-Up Race in disguise.

Pony Island is full of magic and excitement. Star is determined to win the beauty contest - at any cost. Moonbeam wants a coat like a rainbow and Bluebell is trying to cast her first spell. But all three are about to find out that magic isn''t as easy as it looks.

For children who have just started reading alone, this book uses everyday vocabulary and has lots of colorful artwork to maintain interest.

Three exciting adventures...Cordelia has been kidnapped from the doll''s house. Florinda, the new doll, is showing off, but will she go too far? And Ella, the rag doll, has lost her owner. Read on to discover what happens in the magical world of dolls.

Gladiators were brutal fighters who risked their lives in one of the deadliest sports of all time. They performed to huge crowds in stadiums across the Roman Empire. Find out how these savage spectacles first began, who took part in them and how men were trained to become fighting machines.

This magical introduction to the world of ballet is for every child who dreams of being a ballerina. It takes readers on a journey from the first ballet steps to the excitement and wonder of putting on a show. This beautiful treasury also contains six of the most loved stories from the ballet.

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Sara Crewe, a pupil at Miss Minchin''s London school, is left in poverty when her father dies but is later rescued by a mysterious benefactor.