2.3 First Reading Level Three (Red)

2 primary works • 4 total works

The Dinosaur who lost his roar

by Russell Punter

Published 1 January 2007

Sid likes scaring his friends with his mighty roar, but when Sid loses his voice, will his friends wish he hadn’t? Specially written for children beginning to read alone, with delightful audio narration.

"Irresistible for children learning to read. " - Child Education Plus

Chicken Licken

by Russell Punter

Published 23 February 2007

Chicken Licken thinks the sky is falling down and runs to warn the king, but are he and his friends running into danger? The classic tale of Chicken Licken retold with simple text and delightful illustrations. First Reading Level Three titles help beginner readers develop reading stamina and include character sheets or maps and the main story. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Also available as an English Learner's Edition with CD recordings in British and American English and downloadable worksheets and teacher's notes. Available as ebook with narration in British English (only on tablets that support audio).

The Scaredy Cat

by Russell Punter

Published 28 November 2008

Stanley is a cat who’s scared of everything, so a dark house full of strange noises is the last place he wants to be. Can Stanley face his fears and save the day? This humorous story is part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton, specially written for children just starting to read alone. Includes audio.

"Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme." - Julia Eccleshare

Danny the Dragon

by Russell Punter

Published 28 November 2008

This is a new title in the fantastic "First Reading" series, aimed at children who are beginning to read. Danny the dragon gets on well with the local villagers. He lights their fires, cooks their food and is liked by all. But when a traveling salesman arrives at the market offering magic fire sticks, it looks like Danny could soon be out of a job. This title is accompanied clear and compelling text accompanied by enchanting original illustrations by Peter Cottrill. It is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is a senior lecturer in education and an early reading specialist from Roehampton University. It is a great value quality hardback with ribbon marker guaranteed to foster pride in book ownership.