Most Popular Books by Lesley Sims

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.

"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.

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.

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.

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.

This is a hilarious new addition to the ''Phonic Readers'' series. 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.

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

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.

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.

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

"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

Presents the adventures of Ted the bear and his friends.

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.

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

Colette è una signora molto simpatica, ma davvero distratta: una mattina, ancora a letto, dà il buongiorno a un enorme orso bianco, poi stende un gatto ai fili del bucato e, come se nulla fosse, esce portando a spasso un coccodrillo... E che dire del riccio-spazzola, della tartaruga telecomando o dell&''alce-attaccapanni? &"Hai sentito, cara, che ieri sono scappati gli animali dello zoo?&" le chiede il marito, rincasando la sera. Se a questa notizia aggiungiamo il fatto che Colette ha indossato per tutto il tempo gli occhiali sbagliati, la sua giornata particolare è bella e spiegata. In fondo al libro, breve storia degli... occhiali. Età di lettura: da 5 anni.

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.

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+.

Anansi might be a king but he is also just a spider, so can he really beat Elephant and Rhino in a tug of war? 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. "Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme." - Julia Eccleshare

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.

"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.

"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.