A simple and dramatic introduction to the Great Fire of London in 1666 - what caused it, how it spread, how it was put out and how the city was rebuilt. Colourful illustrations on every page help bring history to life, along with maps and photographs of historical evidence and simple informative text. Ideal for homework and school projects - the Great Fire of London is now a compulsory National Curriculum topic for history at Key Stage 2.
A classic Russian folktale, with a wicked stepmother and an evil witch. Level 4 (Usborne First Reading)
Tells the tale of the beautiful Rapunzel, imprisoned in a tower by an evil witch. This title is part of the Usborne English Language Learners programme, featuring books from the Usborne Reading Programme, with audio CDs in British and American English, downloadable worksheets and teacher's notes.
Will inspire and entrance every young aspiring ballerina. Readers are taken through the basic exercises and ballet steps, to chapters on the music and the stories of ballet. Young readers will also learn about the famous dancers of the past including Anna Pavlova, Nijinsky and Margot Fonteyn. The first page features a ‘This book belongs to...’ bookplate, making it a perfect gift and a keepsake little children will want to treasure.
Packed with information about our remarkable planet, from its physical characteristics to a continent-by-continent look at the world’s peoples and governments. Richly illustrated with superb photographs, clear explanatory diagrams and 60 pages of detailed, up-to-date maps. Includes information on planet earth, landforms, weather, climate and ecosystems, farming, settlements, manufacturing and global issues, and the peoples and cultures of each continent. Extensive fact file with a gazeteer of states, world records, famous geographers and scientists, time zones, night sky and glossary. Internet links via the Usborne Quicklinks Website to fascinating websites where readers can find further information, take virtual tours and lots more.