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Usborne Usborne - Jason and the Argonauts Graphic Novel
Young Jason has been set a seemingly impossible task – to retrieve the legendary Golden Fleece from a deadly fire-breathing dragon. Ravenous harpies and six-armed giants are just some of the perils he must face to reach the prize and reclaim his kingdom. The timeless Greek legend is adapted with dynamic style in this action-packed graphic adventure. Extent: 104 pages Dimensions: 257.2 x 171.3mm Paperback ISBN: 9781474952194 Accelerated Reader Book Level: 4.1 Accelerated Reader Interest Level: Middle years (MY) Book Band: Lime Lexile: 630L Key Stage: KS1 Publication Date: October 2019
£9.99
Usborne Usborne - The Wooden Horse (English Readers Level 2)
Odysseus and the Greek army have fought the Trojans for ten long years. Will the war ever end? Finally, Odysseus thinks of a clever trick.Includes a word list, 5 pages of activities and free online audio (British English and American English).800 headwords, 1,304 words Extent: 40 pages Dimensions: 240.6 x 170.9mm Paperback ISBN: 9781474924658 CEFR: A2 Lexile: 490L Key Stage: KS1, KS2 Publication Date: December 2016
£6.99
Usborne Usborne - The Wooden Horse - with CD
The Greek army has been sent to Troy to recapture Helen, the most beautiful woman in the world. But how can they get inside the heavily defended city? The Greek commander, Odysseus, comes up with an extraordinary solution – but will his daring plan really work? Part of the Usborne Young Reading: Level One series for readers who have just started reading alone. Extent: 48 pages Dimensions: 202.9 x 135mm Multiple ISBN: 9781409545354 Book Band: Purple CEFR:B1 Key Stage: KS1, KS2 Publication Date: March 2012
£6.99
Usborne Usborne - The Wooden Horse (Young Reading) without CD
The Greek army has been sent to Troy to recapture Helen, the most beautiful woman in the world. But how can they get inside the heavily defended city? The Greek commander, Odysseus, comes up with an extraordinary solution – but will his daring plan really work? Part of the Usborne Young Reading: Level One series for readers who have just started reading alone. Extent: 48 pages Dimensions:198.7 x 139.8mm Hardback ISBN:9781409522249 Book Band: Purple CEFR:B1 Lexile: 540L Key Stage: KS1, KS2 Publication Date: March 2011
£5.99
Usborne Usborne - The Story of Rome (Young Reading)
The story of the Roman Empire, retold as a story for children growing in reading confidence. Re-tells the history of Rome, from the myth of Romulus and Remus to the foundations of the vast Empire and the Emperors who ruled it and its eventual collapse. Extent: 64 pages Dimensions: 198.1 x 136.8mm Hardback ISBN: 9780746080948 Book Band: Brown CEFR: C1 - C2 Lexile: 770L Key Stage: KS1, KS2 Publication Date: May 2007
£5.99
Usborne Usborne Beginner Books - The Stone Age
This simple information book uncovers the history of Stone Age people and how they lived, from their clothing and houses to monuments such as Stonehenge which still survive today. Full of facts, colourful illustrations and photographs of historical artefacts such as baked pots, tools and jewellery. Ideal for beginner readers who prefer fact to fiction, and those studying the Stone Age at school. Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 210 x 156mm Hardback ISBN: 9781409586418 Accelerated Reader Book Level: 4.0 Accelerated Reader Interest Level: Lower years (LY) Book Band: Gold Key Stage: EYFS Publication Date: August 2015
£5.99
Usborne Usborne Books - The Minotaur
The classic Greek myth retold with easy-reading text for children who have just started reading alone. Brave Theseus takes on the challenge of defeating the fearsome Minotaur deep in a maze of tunnels below Crete. But will he return from the Labyrinth alive? Extent: 48 pages Dimensions: 201.1 x 142.9mm Hardback ISBN: 9780746096963 Accelerated Reader Book Level:3.3 Accelerated Reader Interest Level: Lower years (LY) Book Band: Purple CEFR: B1 Lexile: 550L Key Stage: KS1, KS2 Publication Date: July 2009
£5.99
Usborne Usborne Books - The Maya
Who were the Maya? Where did they live? Why did they build tall stone temples? Beginner readers can discover the answers to these questions and lots of other fascinating facts about the Maya in this engaging information book. With simple text, detailed illustrations and stunning photographs, plus internet links to specially selected websites. Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 206 x 158.6mm Hardback ISBN: 9781474921824 Accelerated Reader Book Level: 4.3 Accelerated Reader Interest Level: Lower years (LY) Book Band: Gold Key Stage: EYFS, KS1 Publication Date: April 2018
£5.99
Usborne Usborne Beginners - The Celts
A fascinating information book about the history of the Celts and how they lived, full of facts, illustrations and photographs of historical artefacts. Children can learn how the Celts built their forts on hills to defend them more easily, see the different kinds of food they ate and follow the different festivals celebrated throughout the year. Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 210 x 156mm Hardback ISBN: 9781409593379 Accelerated Reader Book Level: 4.5 Accelerated Reader Interest Level: Lower years (LY) Book Band: Gold Key Stage: EYFS Publication Date: January 2015
£5.99
Usborne Usborne - Step Inside Long Ago Ancient Rome
Peep through the beautifully laser-cut pages to find out all about life in Ancient Rome. See Roman soldiers holding a victory parade, citizens visiting a bath house, and gladiators preparing for battle. Lift the flaps to find tigers lurking under trapdoors in the Colosseum, and to see inside a Roman apartment building. Extent: 14 pages Dimensions: 223.7 x 190.1mm Board ISBN: 9781474973991 Key Stage: KS1 Publication Date: January 2021
£9.99
Usborne Usborne - The Odyssey (Young Reading)
A retelling of Homer’s ‘Odyssey’ written for children who are fully confident readers.Odysseus is finally heading home after a long war, but his troubles have just begun. Terrible dangers are in store for the hero, from one-eyed monsters to cannibal kings. Extent: 64 pages Dimensions: 201.3 x 139.3mm Hardback ISBN: 9781409522348 Book Band: Lime CEFR: C1 - C2 Lexile: 700L Key Stage: KS2 Publication Date: September 2011
£5.99
Usborne Usborne - Tutankhamun (Young Reading)
The story of the boy pharaoh and the discovery of his tomb and treasures vividly retold for young readers. Illustrations and hand-coloured photographs of real-life places, people and objects bring the story to life. Extent: 64 pages Dimensions: 201.3 x 142.4mm Hardback ISBN: 9780746060179 Book Band: Dark Blue CEFR: C1 - C2 Lexile: 830L Key Stage: KS1, KS2 Publication Date: May 2006
£5.99
Usborne Usborne - See Inside Ancient Greece
Travel back to Ancient Greece to see magnificent marble temples, bustling market places, and to find out about Ancient Greek cities, armies, myths and sport. With lively illustrations, flaps to lift, and links to specially selected websites for more information, this book tells the story of the civilisation that changed the world. Extent: 16 pages Dimensions: 218.4 x 279.4mm Board ISBN: 9781474943048 Key Stage: KS2 Publication Date: August 2019
£10.99
Usborne Usborne - See Inside Ancient Egypt
Colourful scenes with flaps to reveal details of life in Ancient Egypt. Each bustling scene is packed with information about life in Ancient Egypt, including worshiping in a temple, building the pyramids, and farming and trade along the River Nile. Includes simple, informative text and picture labels. Over 50 flaps to lift to reveal fascinating facts. Extent: 16 pages Dimensions: 276.2 x 224.7mm Board ISBN: 9780746084120 Key Stage: KS1 Publication Date: October 2007
£10.99
Usborne Usborne Beginners - Vikings
Who were the Vikings? What was the difference between jarls and thralls? What happened in a Viking raid? Who were the most famous Viking warriors and explorers? This fascinating book has the answers, and more, with clear photographs, step-by-step illustrations, informative text and links to carefully chosen websites. Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 210 x 156mm Hardback ISBN: 9781474903165 Accelerated Reader Book Level: 4.3 Accelerated Reader Interest Level: Lower years (LY) Book Band: Gold Key Stage: EYFS Publication Date: August 2015
£5.99
Usborne Usborne - The Story of The Olympics (Young Reading)
A brilliant introduction to the history of The Olympics, from the traditional games of Ancient Greece, to their revival by Pierre de Coubertin and the pomp and ceremony of the modern Games. Internet links to carefully selected websites allow children to access the very best sites to support this book and enhance their learning experience. Extent: 64 pages Dimensions: 198.3 x 144mm Hardback ISBN: 9781409545934 Book Band: Brown CEFR: C1 - C2 Lexile: 630L Key Stage: KS1, KS2 Publication Date: May 2012
£5.99
Usborne Usborne Time Traveller - Rome and Romans
Find out what life was really like in Ancient Rome through the adventures of a wealthy Roman businessman named Petronius, and his family. Watch gladiators fighting, charioteers racing, enjoy a feast, visit the baths and march into battle with the Roman Army. Lively text and cartoon-style illustrations bring the characters to life and are full of historically accurate detail. Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 240 x 205mm Paperback ISBN: 9780746030714 Key Stage: KS1 Publication Date: March 2000
£5.99
Usborne Usborne - Romans Sticker Book
A fascinating sticker book, with over 300 stickers to bring the scenes from Ancient Rome to life. Featuring everything from gladiators fighting in the Colosseum to a bustling Roman army camp filled with soldiers; from an extravagant banquet in a senator’s house to domestic scenes of Romans going about their daily business. A book that will educate as well as entertain! Not suitable for children under 36 months because of small parts. Choking hazard. Extent: 44 pages Additional details: With 10 pages of stickers Dimensions: 305.9 x 235.9mm Paperback ISBN: 9781409530725 Key Stage: KS1 Publication Date: October 2011
£6.99
Usborne Usborne - Step Inside Ancient Egypt
Step inside the sun-scorched deserts of Ancient Egypt to visit the magnificent temples by the mighty River Nile, busy towns, and tombs filled with glittering treasure in this fascinating book with intricately cut flaps and holes to peep through. Travel up the Nile in a barge, join a party at a rich man’s house, a funeral for a Pharaoh and lots more. Extent: 14 pages Dimensions: 214.4 x 200mm Board ISBN: 9781474952972 Key Stage: KS1 Publication Date: September 2019
£9.99
Usborne Usborne Beginners - Romans
Who were the ancient Romans? Where did they go to eat, shop and wash? What did they do for fun? You'll find the answers to these questions and lots more in this book about life in Roman times, featuring short, informative text, vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page. Extent: 32 pages
£5.99
Usborne Usborne - Ancient Romans Sticker Book
A colourful information book, packed with over 120 stickers illustrating life in Ancient Roman times. Brightly illustrated pages describe how the Romans entertained themselves, the fashion trends they followed, why the Roman Empire fell apart and more. Children can match the stickers of fearsome weapons, magnificent buildings and ancient artefacts to the corresponding images on each page. A fascinating history book combined with a fun activity. Not suitable for children under 36 months because of small parts. Choking hazard. Extent: 52 pages Additional details: With 10 pages of stickers Dimensions: 276.7 x 216.9mm Paperback ISBN: 9781409582229 Key Stage: KS2 Publication Date: March 2015
£7.99
Usborne Usborne - Vikings Sticker Book
A humourous historical sticker book, full of busy Viking scenes to complete with over 500 stickers. Scenes include ‘Sea people’, ‘New lands’, ‘A feast’, ‘Gods and godesses’ and much more. Written in consultation with an historical expert, each scene includes interesting information about the Viking people, their lives, beliefs and customs. Not suitable for children under 36 months because of small parts. Choking hazard. Extent: 44 pages Additional details: With 10 pages of stickers Dimensions: 306.4 x 238.8mm Paperback ISBN: 9781409563433 Key Stage: KS1, KS2 Publication Date: January 2014
£6.99
Usborne Usborne Books - See Inside Ancient Rome
Colourful scenes with flaps to reveal details of life in Ancient Rome. Bright, clear illustrations show scenes such as a gladiator fight at the Colosseum, the workings of a Roman Bath and the Roman legion defending the farthest reaches of the Empire. Includes a view of Rome today, with flaps to lift to uncover what stood there in the past. With over 50 flaps to lift revealing fascinating historical detail. Extent: 16 pages Dimensions: 289.4 x 234.7mm Board ISBN: 9780746070031 Key Stage: KS1 Publication Date: May 2006
£9.99
Usborne Usborne Activities - Sticker Long Ago (180 Reusable Stickers)
Travel back in time and see what people wore long ago, from mighty Egyptian queens and tough Viking farmers to Japanese samurai and American cowboys. Includes over 170 reusable stickers of clothes, armour and accessories to dress the characters, and links to websites to find out more about life long ago. Paperback : 34 pages ISBN 978-1474966931 Reading age : 5 - 8 years Dimensions : 23.7 x 0.5 x 30.4 cm
£6.99
