Most Popular Books by Lesley SIMS

One little raindrop falls from the sky... Follow its incredible journey until it finally reaches the sea, where it evaporates to become part of a cloud and begin the cycle all over again. Cleverly designed holes on every page encourage interaction as readers guess what is waiting overleaf. Specially written for little children, this is a perfect introduction to the wonder of the water cycle.

Iguana is visiting her poorly friend, Sloth, taking a bunch of bananas as a present. But her attempts to cheer him up go horribly wrong... A fun rhyming story, specially written to develop phonemic awareness, with lively illustrations by David Semple. This book is ideal both for reading aloud and for children who are beginning to read for themselves. Helps young children learn to recognise the basic sounds that make up the English language - vital for learning to read. Part of a series of funny phonics readers that children will love. Guidance notes for parents are included at the back of the book.

Enter the fairytale world of genies and magic in this delightful new addition to the Little Board Book series. Aladdin is a poor boy, but by trusting his instincts, and with a little luck, he achieves his heart''s desire.

Here are five traditional, magical tales from north, south, east and west, all wonderfully illustrated and delightfully retold for younger children.

Poor Cinderella is made to cook and clean for her stepsisters. Her wicked stepmother won''t even let her go to the Royal Ball. But then, in a flurry of sparkles, her Fairy Godmother arrives and everything changes...A charmingly illustrated sound book version of the classic fairy tale, sure to appeal to the youngest of readers.

A lively story with irresistible illustrations, this book is a delight to share with very young children. It can also be enjoyed by children who are beginning to read for themselves. The simple rhyming text is a great way to develop essential language and early reading skills, and there are guidance notes for parents at the back of the book.

The little weasels have woken up covered in spots! Have they really caught the measles? Find out in this entertaining story for beginner readers, with simple rhyming text, stylish illustrations and parents'' notes on phonics at the back of the book.

A zippy retelling of the classic Aesop fable about learning humility. Hares are fast, and tortoises are slow - everyone knows that! But sometimes, winning a race isn''t just about being fastest, it''s also about just getting on with the job. For thousands of years, children and adults have been telling and retelling this tale, which always brings a smile. This latest version comes with free online audio.

Two adventurous mice take a trip to the moon.

Knight Fight is the fourteenth bok in the Usbourne Very First Reading series which has been specially developed to help children learn to read.

A fantastical treasury filled with magical tales, perfect for young children. Each tale is beautifully illustrated and perfect for storytime, either for reading aloud or for more confident readers to tackle alone.

By the author of The Wind in the Willows, about a dragon keen to make friends. Sam''s best friend is a dragon! But when the townsfolk find out, they are terrified. "Send for St George, the dragon fighter," they cry. Now it''s up to Sam to save her friend. Specially written for little children, with online audio to listen to the story.

Young, newly-crowned King Leo has some trouble with mythical beasts after he releases a dragon from between the pages of a magical book.

Presents the adventures of Ted the bear and his friends.

"Run, run as fast as you can, you can''t catch me I''m the gingerbread man!" With the familiar refrain and a surprise ending, this retelling will appeal to the youngest of readers. Illustrations: Full colour throughout

Collects five stories about a brave nutcracker, life on a farm, a bizarre world discovered by Alice, an evil queen, and an adventurous country mouse.

Colour illustrated puzzle adventure featuring a pirate, explorers theme. 8-12 yrs.

PICTURE STORYBOOKS. Contains the stories King Donkey Ears, Stone Soup, Danny the Dragon, The Clumsy Crocodile, The Enormous Turnip, The Inch Prince, Androcles and the Lion and The Sorcerer''s Apprentice. Age 4+.

Ted is busy in his shed, but can you guess what he''s making? This is a revised edition of the old favourite, with endearing Stephen Cartwright illustrations, and new rhyming text, specially written to develop phonemic awareness. Helps young children learn to recognise the basic sounds that make up the English language - vital for learning to read. Puzzles after the story consolidate learning. Guidance notes for parents are included at the back of the book.

A collection of six beautifully-illustrated phonics stories. Lively rhyming stories with humorous and irresistible illustrations by David Semple, which use phonic repetition specially designed to help children learn to read. The simple rhyming text helps to develop essential language and early reading skills, and there are guidance notes for parents at the back of the book.

A lively story with humorous illustrations, ideal for children who are beginning to read for themselves, or for reading aloud together. With simple rhyming text and phonic repetition specially designed to develop essential language and early reading skills. Guidance notes for parents are included at the back of the book.

"This book is a practical guide for young riders. It covers everything a beginner needs to know, from getting on and off a pony, to walking, trotting, cantering and jumping --Back cover.

"It''s Halloween and Parakeet is busy carving pumpkins and icing spooky treats. But when her friends come to call, they get a shock. Is that a GHOST who answers the door?"--Provided by publisher.

"Susanna is visiting her poorly friend, Sloth, taking a bunch of bananas as a present, but her attempts to cheer him up go horribly wrong...."--Provided by publisher.

The fifth in a series of 15 rhyming stories developed to help children learn to read. Each book is designed for an adult and child to read together and introduces new letters or reading patterns and reinforces material from previous books. Includes puzzles to reinforce new skills, and guidance notes on reading with children. In this story, grizzly bear Sal discovers to her dismay that she can''t sing, but cheers up when she turns out to be a good percussionist.

"Watch what happens when a squirrel buries a tiny acorn. Journey through the seasons and across the years to follow its transformation from a little tree into a magnificent, mighty oak"--Back cover.

"Claire the polar bear is desperate to see Santa at the Christmas fair. But first one thing interrupts, then another... Will she ever get to meet Santa? A sweet rhyming story, specially written to develop phonemic awareness, starring quirky characters and stunning illustrations"--Publisher''s description.