1, 2, Buckle My Shoe

by Russell Punter

Published 3 May 2018
This well-known counting rhyme is the latest in Usborne's library of baby-friendly little board books. Perfect for small hands, and for sharing, with amusing illustrations by David Semple.

Noah's Ark

by Russell Punter

Published 6 September 2018
Here come the animals, two by two! Soon Noah’s ark will be ready to take to the water in this charming retelling of the well-loved Bible story, with beautiful illustrations by Ag Jatkowska throughout.

Rain, rain go away

by Russell Punter

Published 3 October 2019
“Rain, rain go away. Come again another day.” The classic nursery rhyme is retold in this charming little board book, which provides a talking point for very young children about why we need rain. With beautiful illustrations from Katya Longhi.

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).

A retelling of the classic nursery rhyme. Join the charming woodland animals as a twinkly star guides them home to bed.

Round and round the garden, like a teddy bear. One step, two steps, a tickle under there! Join Teddy Bear and his friends in this charming version of the much-loved rhyme for little children, with adorable illustrations by Elisa Ferro throughout.

Incy Wincy Spider

by Russell Punter

Published 3 February 2022
Incy Wincy Spider climbs up the water spout. Rain, wind and snow make it hard for her to reach the top - but she won't give up. This expanded version of the well-loved children's rhyme is brought to life by Stef Murphy's amusing illustrations.

This little piggy went to market, this little piggy stayed home... Find out what all five little piggies get up to in this retelling of the classic rhyme. Beautifully illustrated by Berta Maluenda, it will spark interest and imagination in the very young.

Mother duck's five little ducklings just can't resist swimming off to explore. Find out what they get up to in this charming retelling of the well loved rhyme. Not only perfect for cosy bedtime reading, this little board book will also help build very young children's awareness of simple numeracy.

Two little dickie birds sitting on a wall, one named Peter, one named Paul. The much loved rhyme is retold with lots of additional little animals to interest and delight young children. Perfect for snuggling up with at bedtime.

Life is but a dream for three little animals as they enjoy a leisurely cruise down the river. The well-loved song is extended with new verses full of interest for young children.

Ant is busy collecting grain for winter. But Grasshopper is too busy having a good time to help. Will he be sorry when winter comes? This classic Aesop's Fable teaches the lesson of planning ahead in a charmingly simple way.

Ten little bottles of orangeade are sitting on the wall. One by one, the woodland animals try to reach the contents, without success. Soon just one bottle is left. But can clever little mouse solve everyone's problems?

There Were Ten in the Bed

by Russell Punter

Published 2 February 2023
The classic counting rhyme is brought to life by a bedful of charming animals, as they snuggle down to sleep. Once they've all rolled over, who'll be left with the bed to themselves? A QR code on the back cover provides a link to an audio recording of the rhyme.

Six Little Speckled Frogs

by Russell Punter

Published 27 April 2023
A retelling of the counting rhyme which has also been specially extended. Young readers can have fun counting speckled frogs as they hop in and out of their cool pool. A QR code on the back cover provides a link to an audio recording of the rhyme.

Hickory Dickory Dock

by Russell Punter

Published 30 March 2023
This adaptation of the classic nursery rhyme has been specially extended to make it even more appealing to young readers. Join Mouse on her busy day as she cooks, cleans and dances to the chimes of the old grandfather clock. A QR code on the back cover provides a link to an audio recording of the rhyme.

Jonah and the Whale

by Russell Punter

Published 14 September 2023
When Jonah decides to run away from God, he finds himself in trouble. A stormy sea leads to him being swallowed up by a whale. Will he change his ways and escape? Find out in this beautifully illustrated retelling of a classic Bible tale for the very young. Perfect for cosy bedtime reading.

Joseph and his Wonderful Coat

by Russell Punter

Published 12 October 2023
When Joseph's father gives him a brightly decorated coat, his brothers are green with envy. But kindly Joseph forgives their jealousy, in this delightful retelling of the much-loved Bible tale.

Daniel in the Lions' Den

by Russell Punter

Published 9 November 2023
Daniel is popular with King Darius. But when others get jealous, Daniel finds himself trapped in a cave of lions. Will his faith be enough to help him? Find out in this charming retelling of the much-loved Bible story. A QR code provides a link to an audio recording of the story.

Moses in the basket

by Russell Punter

Published 9 November 2023
Moses' mother tries to save her son from danger by hiding him amongst the bulrushes of the Nile. Luckily, he's discovered by the kindly Pharaoh's daughter. The much-loved Bible story is charmingly retold with delightful illustrations by Barbara Bongini. A QR code provides a link to an audio recording of the story.