Series:

3.2 Young Reading Series Two (Blue)

2 total works

Cover of Romeo and Juliet

Romeo and Juliet

by Anna Claybourne

Published 31 March 2006

Romeo and Juliet are in love... but their families are bitter enemies. Set in medieval Vienna, a place of sword fights, secrets and magic potions, their tragic love story plays out to a desperate end. This simple retelling is a brilliant introduction to the work of William Shakespeare for young readers growing in confidence and ability. Includes a guide to the characters and links to recommended websites for children to find out more about Shakespeare and the play.

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

Cover of The Shocking Story of Electricity
The story of one of the modern world's most valuable inventions told for children growing in reading confidence. An exploration of the fascinating story of electricity from earliest experiments to the gadgets and gizmos of the modern world. Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.