The Story of Trains

by Jane Bingham

Published 1 April 2004

A lively account of the story of trains for children growing in reading confidence. Follows the history of trains from the first engines of the eighteenth century to the high-speed trains of today.
Featuring the colourful illustrations of Colin King. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.


The Story of Ships

by Jane Bingham

Published 1 June 2004
The fascinating history of ships and the explorers who sailed in them told for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Beautifully illustrated by Alan Marks, winner of the Carnegie Medal. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.

The classic tale of Phileas Fogg and his quest to travel around the world in just eighty days, with full colour illustrations throughout. Part of Young Reading Series 2 for readers growing in confidence.