sims lesley illustrated adventure stories
Sims Lesley Illustrated Adventure Stories
A collection of five rip-roaring classics retold for young readers. Includes ‘The Count of Monte Cristo’, ‘The Prisoner of Zenda', 'The Three Musketeers’, The 39 Steps' and 'Don Quixote'. Also includes fascinating biographies of Alexandre Dumas, Sir Anthony Hope Hawkins, Miguel de Certantes Saavedra and John Buchan – the original authors of these classic adventure stories.
2153 Руб.
Sims Lesley Illustrated Stories from the Greek Myths
A wonderful collection of six classic Greek myths and legends, specially retold for younger readers. Includes the stories of ‘The Wooden Horse’, ‘The Minotaur’ and ‘The Odyssey’, as well as a guide to the Greek Gods. Beautifully bound in padded hardback, and packed with information, colour and culture, this makes a thrilling read for any child. With a pronunciation guide to Greek names on the Usborne Quicklinks website.
3345 Руб.
Sims Lesley Illustrated Stories from Around the World
A wonderful collection of ten folktales specially chosen from around the globe. Stories are The Baobab Tree, Baba Yaga the Flying Witch, The Stonecutter, Dick Whittington, The Three Wishes, The Fish that Talked, King Midas and the Golden Touch, Brer Rabbit Down the Well, The Magic Pear Tree and Genie in the Bottle. Each story is brilliantly illustrated by artists from the Usborne Young Reading Programme.
2757 Руб.
Amery Heather Poppy and Sam's Animal Stories
Welcome to Apple Tree Farm, where every day brings a new adventure for Poppy and Sam! This collection of ten delightful stories includes a curious piglet, a naughty sheep and a silly sheepdog. Each story features charming illustrations by Stephen Cartwright, and there's a Little Yellow Duck to spot in every picture too. Adapted by Lesley Sims.
2351 Руб.
Sims Lesley Stories of Castles (+CD)
Six 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. "The Young Reading" series is developed with experts at Roehampton University to help young readers grow in confidence and ability. The new packaging allows potential purchasers to view the inside of the book.
1140 Руб.
The Nativity
One starry night, a long, long time ago, a very special baby was born. Follow the animals, the shepherds and three wise men to say hello to him. Beautifully illustrated by Ag Jatkowska, this delightful retelling of the Nativity story has been specially written for little children. This is a revised edition of the title previously published as Baby Jesus. Retold by Lesley Sims.
551 Руб.
Amery Heather Poppy and Sam's Bedtime Stories
Snuggle up with Poppy and Sam, and enjoy these ten gentle tales of their adventures on Apple Tree Farm. Stories include a runaway tractor, a journey on an old steam train, a camping trip and lots more. Each story features charming illustrations by Stephen Cartwright, and there's a Little Yellow Duck to spot in every picture too. Adapted by Lesley Sims.
1855 Руб.
Andersen Hans Christian The Snow Queen
A retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale about the wicked Snow Queen’s attempt to kidnap a boy in the frozen north. Beautifully and atmospherically illustrated by Alan Marks, winner of the Carnegie Medal. Part of Young Reading Series 2 for readers growing in confidence. Also available with an audio CD with a dramatic listen-along recording with music and sound effects, followed by a read-along version with prompts for page turns. Retold by Lesley Sims.
893 Руб.
One Hundred Illustrated Stories
An enchanting collection of one hundred of the best-loved stories ever told, from elegant retellings of Grimm and Andersen to lively folk tales from around the world. Includes favourite stories such as The Twelve Dancing Princesses, Aladdin, Jack and the Beanstalk and many more. Beautifully presented with illustrations that capture the warmth and wonder of these classic tales. An essential addition to every family bookshelf and a wonderful gift to be treasured. Retold by Sarah Courtauld, Susanna Davidson, Katie Daynes, Rosie Dickins, Russell Punter, Mary Sebag-Montefiore and Lesley Sims.
3001 Руб.
Butterworth Jess Tiger in Trouble
A brand new illustrated series for younger readers about animals and adventure from much-loved author Jess Butterworth - writer of classic adventure stories in vibrantly described settings. Do you like exploring, animals and adventure? Then join The Adventure Club! A brand new illustrated series for younger readers about animals and adventure from much-loved author Jess Butterworth - writer of classic adventure stories in vibrantly described settings. It's time for another Adventure Club trip! When Tilly learns that the monsoon rains in India are late and the tigers in a local sanctuary have disappeared searching for water, Tilly is worried. The sanctuary is surrounded by busy roads and cities. It's not safe for tigers. She decides that this is a job for The Adventure Club. She gathers the team - Julia, Steve, Leo and Anita - and they travel to India in search of the tigers. At the sanctuary Tilly encounters elephants, antelopes and crocodiles... but where are the tigers? Join the Adventure Club with Tilly to find out!
1440 Руб.
Cinderella
A lively retelling of the classic rags to riches tale with delightful artwork to match. A button on each page allows the reader to hear the story as they read. Retold by Lesley Sims.
2720 Руб.
Bingham Jane Stories of Knights
- Three exciting adventure stories for children just beginning to read. - The Knights of King Arthur were the bravest, strongest and most loyal knights of all, which these stories show as they battle dragons, slay giant ogres and rescue maidens in distress. - Evocatively illustrated by Alan Marks. - Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.
1085 Руб.
Bingham Jane Stories of Knights (+CD)
- Three exciting adventure stories for children just beginning to read. - The Knights of King Arthur were the bravest, strongest and most loyal knights of all, which these stories show as they battle dragons, slay giant ogres and rescue maidens in distress. - Evocatively illustrated by Alan Marks. - Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.
1228 Руб.
Andersen Hans Christian, Brothers Grimm, Grahame Kenneth 10 More Ten-Minute Stories
These ten wonderful stories whisk you to magical worlds where gingerbread men come to life, dragons lurk in caves, and giants live at the top of beanstalks. Each adventure is delightfully illustrated and the perfect length for snuggling up and enjoying at bedtime.
2854 Руб.
Hargreaves Adam Doctor Who. Dr. Twelfth
The greatest mash-up in the entire Whoniverse is here! Doctor Who meets Roger Hargreaves' Mr Men in this new series of stories, written and illustrated by Adam Hargreaves. In Dr. Twelfth, join the Twelfth Doctor and Missy on an amazing new adventure through time and space.
725 Руб.
Sims Lesley Alpaca's Maracas
Alpaca makes and sells maracas, and, with the Carnival coming, business should be booming - but no one is buying. Then she discovers Baby Rattlesnake has a problem too - his tail just won't rattle. Can they help each other? A fun rhyming story, specially written to develop phonemic awareness, with delightful illustrations by David Semple. This book is ideal both for reading aloud and for children who are beginning to read for themselves.
647 Руб.