Three Little Pigs

by Janet Brown

Published 6 October 2011
This is a first reading series for 4 to 7 year olds. The three little pigs are leaving home to make their way in the big, wide world. The first pig builds his house from straw, the second from wood and the third from bricks - what will happen when the wolf comes knocking? The classic children's story is retold in this enchanting book, which is illustrated throughout with lively and colourful drawings. The simple vocabulary and familiar language means that children can follow as you read or try for themselves. Interactive spot-the-difference games and writing exercises at the back of the book provide a lively learning tool. This is a delightful retelling of a classic fairytale for a new generation, with bright and imaginative colour drawings throughout. It includes an interactive spread that encourages young children to read, write and observe. The fresh and lively storyline is designed to appeal to the young child, with appropriate vocabulary for those learning to read by themselves. Other titles in the series include "The Gingerbread Man", "Cinderella", and 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears".

Cinderella

by Janet Brown

Published 1 March 2000
My First Reading Book is an illustrated first reading book in a large, fun format - perfect for use in show-and-tell. Bright and imaginative drawings throughout and appropriate vocabulary mean that children can follow as you read or try for themselves. Interactive questions and writing exercises at the back of the book provide a valuable aid to learning. It is a delightful retelling of a classic fairy tale, the fresh and lively storyline is designed to appeal to the young reader. Young Cinderella lives with her cruel stepmother and her horrible stepsisters, who make her do all the chores and don't let her have any fun at all. When there is a ball at the palace, Cinderella meets Prince Charming - with help from her Fairy Godmother, a pumpkin and some friendly mice. But at midnight the magic runs out, and Cinderella dashes away. Will the prince ever be able to find her and make her his bride...? The timeless tale is retold in this enchanting book, with familiar language and simple vocabulary that children can follow easily.

Red Riding Hood

by Janet Brown

Published 31 December 2016
This is my first reading book. It is an illustrated first reading series for 3- to 5-year-olds. It is a charming retelling of a classic fairy tale, the fresh and lively storyline is designed to appeal to the young reader. Bright and imaginative drawings on every page and appropriate vocabulary mean that children can follow as you read or try for themselves. Interactive questions, writing exercises, and a maze at the back of the book provide a valuable aid to learning. Little Red Riding Hood, the daughter of a woodcutter, goes into the woods one day to take some treats to her sick grandmother. Unfortunately a wolf reaches the grandmother's house first and hides in bed waiting for the little girl to arrive. Will Red Riding Hood notice what big eyes he has, what big ears he has, and what big teeth he has...? The timeless children's story is retold for a new generation in this engaging book, with delightful illustrations throughout, simple vocabulary and familiar language that young readers can easily comprehend.