Usborne First Reading

1 primary work • 3 total works

The Reluctant Dragon

by Katie Daynes

Published 24 April 2009

A humorous story for children just beginning to read. Whoever heard of a dragon who doesn’t like fighting? And what will happen when the boldest dragon fighter of them all comes to stay? Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Available as ebook with narration in British English (only on tablets that support audio).

The Enormous Turnip

by Katie Daynes

Published 1 June 2006

The classic story of The Enormous Turnip retold with simple text and delightful illustrations. When the farmer can’t pull a turnip out of the ground, he enlists his entire family to help him. But just how big can a turnip grow?! 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.

The Ant and the Grasshopper

by Katie Daynes

Published 26 September 2008

Ant and Grasshopper can’t agree over how to spend the summer. Who will be right when winter comes? Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton, specially written for children just starting to read alone. This ebook includes audio and reading-related puzzles.

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