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Ant is busy collecting grain for winter. But Grasshopper is too busy having a good time to help. Will he be sorry when winter comes? This classic Aesop's Fable teaches the lesson of planning ahead in a charmingly simple way.
It's a hard life being a slave in Ancient Rome. So Androcles escapes to the forest - and comes face to face with a lion. But could the mighty beast and the runaway slave help each other out? 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. "e;Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme."e; - Julia Eccleshare
Everyone in Dinosaur Valley is ready for bed. But noisy neighbour Rory is keeping them awake with his super-loud snore. Can he learn to be considerate and maybe even put his snore to good use? Find out in this charming cautionary tale that's perfect for bedtime reading. Now in picture book format for the first time.
Fox invites his friend Stork for dinner in order to play a joke on her. But Stork soon gets even in this charming retelling of the classic Aesop's Fable.
When Bruce and Sue the cockatoos take their little nephew Lou on a luxury cruise, he causes chaos on every deck. But he might just save the day in the end...Another title in the popular phonics readers series, which makes learning phonics fun.
Ten little bottles of orangeade are sitting on the wall. One by one, the woodland animals try to reach the contents, without success. Soon just one bottle is left. But can clever little mouse solve everyone's problems?
How can Whale escape from three hungry sharks? By telling them a tale of treasure, perhaps? Find out in this latest edition to the popular Phonics Readers series. A funny rhyming story, specially written to develop phonemic awareness. With free online audio to listen to the story.
Incy Wincy Spider climbs up the water spout. Rain, wind and snow make it hard for her to reach the top - but she won't give up. This expanded version of the well-loved children's rhyme is brought to life by Stef Murphy's amusing illustrations.
Daisy the dinosaur is off on a camping trip with the rest of the Dino Valley Explorer Club. But she's so lazy, she can't see the point of all the activities. It's up to Sid and Daisy's fellow club members to help her change her ways. This addition to the Dinosaur Tales series illustrates to children the benefits of joining in and helping others.
Benji the penguin would like to win the South Pole bowling contest. Unfortunately, his bowling's all over the place and he only manages to hit one of the ten pins! But perhaps he's won a different competition, without even realizing it?
This is a collection of twelve lively stories ideal for the very young with regular, repeated word sounds that are hugely appealing to children learning their first words. Very simple text encourages reading, helping children to sound out individual letters, then blend them together to make whole words.
The Spider Queen wants a Halloween feast. So Weevil and his team set to work. But will a sneaky thief spoil the party? Find out in this latest addition to the popular phonics readers series. With phonically regular text, this funny story is all treat and no tricks. Great to read aloud.
Chameleon has big dreams of becoming a comedian, but her first gig doesn't go well. Perhaps she can use her natural talents to create a magical new act? Find out in this latest addition to the popular Phonics Readers series.
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