New Releases by Susanna Davidson

This new collection of Aesop''s fables is sumptuously illustrated by Giuliano Ferri and presented as a hardback gift edition to be read again and again. Each of these timeless stories conveys a message about how to behave towards others. Stories include The Fox and the Crow, The Hare and the Tortoise, The Boy who cried Wolf and The Goose that Laid the Golden Eggs.

A delightful collection of six stories, with lively retellings and colorful artwork by Columbian illustrator, John Joven. A perfect first introduction to Aesop for little children. Stories include well-known classics The Lion and the Mouse, The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse and The Ant and the Grasshopper.

Once known, now largely forgotten, these empowering fairy tales have been brought together to inspire a new generation of readers. Discover heroines who outwit giants, fight evil, awaken sleeping princes and, of course, live happily ever after. With a foreword by Kate Pankhurst, author of Fantastically Great Women who Changed the World.

Izzy believes in science... not magic! She wants to be the greatest inventor of all time. But then along come a fairy and a goofy unicorn, in need of her help. Fairytale Land is in trouble, and only Izzy and her amazing science skills can save the day... A science-packed adventure, with experiments, explosions... and a unicorn!

Hank the Hippo LOVES to help, but all the other hippos think he''s a fool. Especially Horace: ''Hippos aren''t helpful! It''s not what we do. We should spend our time sloshing in pools!'' But when a great flood comes, Hank is swept away as he tries to help the other animals. What will Horace do then?

To celebrate the Queen''s Platinum Jubilee, here is the story of her life...The Queen is one of the most famous women in the world. But what is she really like? This enthralling story of the life of Queen Elizabeth II is full of photographs and facts that capture the drama and grandeur of her reign as Britain''s longest-serving monarch, from her childhood during the Second World War and her coronation up to the present day.Perfect for older fans of Little People, BIG DREAMS

"Katie Crocodile is having a tea party, when in storm three very rude and naughty tigers. They slurp and burp, they gulp and guzzle, then dance on the table and swing on the chairs. Will the tigers ever be invited out to tea again?"--Back cover.

"This gorgeous book has lots of exciting Christmas stained glass window designs to color. Color in the outlines on tracing paper, following the guide picture opposite. You could even tear out the tracing paper and hold it up to the light, like a real stained glass window."

Billy is feeling nervous about his FIRST EVER school trip, so the Mini Monsters decide to come along too. They promise not to be any trouble...but who''s causing a commotion in the creepy-crawly cages? Why does the T. rex skeleton keep moving? And Billy can''t help wondering about the really tiny Egyptian mummies... Can he save the trip from disaster?

Make this classic fairytale your own. Children can brush over the beautiful illustrations to see the colours magically appear, to reveal the moment Cinderella''s fairy godmother appears, the royal ball, the wicked stepsisters, Cinderella''s happy ending and more. The images are accompanied by an enchanting retelling of the story. Another title in the successful Magic Painting series. Brings together fairy tales and children''s love of painting.

Discover the secrets of the sea, from crabs on the seashore to polar bears in the icy north and strange fish lurking at the bottom of the ocean. This fantastic puzzle book is also designed to help children develop skills in reading, counting, matching and identification. Also includes index, a world map and amazing facts.

Reports show that reading or being read to for ten minutes every day will significantly improve children''s reading skills. This short story collection supports this - each story taking about ten minutes to read. Ideal for sharing with younger children; as children learn to read on their own they can tackle these simple stories on their own. This title follows up on 10 Ten-Minute Stories.

Numbered lift-up flaps reveal traditions realating to each region.

Toby Town Mouse loves to live the high life, while his cousin Pipin prefers a quieter country life. When the two visit each other’s homes, will they realise that sometimes differences aren’t always a bad thing? The classic fable retold for children starting to read alone. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme, developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Includes audio. "Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme." - Julia Eccleshare

Princess Poppy really doesn’t want to marry Prince Humperdink. (He smells.) She’s hoping a handsome prince will come and rescue her. Instead she ends up with a slimy frog – but might there be more to this frog than meets the eye? Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton, specially written for children just starting to read alone. "Irresistible for children learning to read." - Child Education Plus

Prince Patrick wants to marry a real princess but they’re not easy to find. Still, anything is possible with the help of a cousin, a witch and a pea... Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton, specially written for children just starting to read alone. "Irresistible for children learning to read." - Child Education Plus

An inspiring source of ideas that help babies learn new skills, find out about the world around them and, most importantly, have fun. Includes ideas for very simple games, songs, action rhymes and other fun things to do with very young babies. This is a highly illustrated ebook that can only be read on the Kindle Fire or other tablet. "Easy ways to keep your little one stimulated, with lots of giggles together." - Practical Parenting

Fifty inspiring, inexpensive ideas that help babies learn new skills, find out about the world around them and, most importantly, have fun. Includes ideas for dressing-up games, drawing, making and building and secret dens. This is a highly illustrated ebook that can only be read on the Kindle Fire or other tablet. "Easy ways to keep your little one stimulated, with lots of giggles together." - Practical Parenting

Fifty inspiring, inexpensive ideas that help babies and toddlers learn new skills, find out about the world around them and, most importantly, have fun. Includes ideas for sorting games, finger rhymes, playing with paint and making friends. This is a highly illustrated ebook that can only be read on the Kindle Fire or other tablet. "Easy ways to keep your little one stimulated, with lots of giggles together." - Practical Parenting

An inspiring source of inexpensive ideas that help babies learn new skills, find out about the world around them and, most importantly, have fun. Includes ideas for simple ball games, sand play, songs, action rhymes and other fun things to do with a baby. This is a highly illustrated ebook that can only be read on the Kindle Fire or other tablet. "Easy ways to keep your little one stimulated, with lots of giggles together." - Practical Parenting

Clever Rabbit must save a lost sheep from being eaten by a hungry wolf. But will the rabbit’s brains outmatch the wolf’s brawn? This illustrated retelling of the Native American folktale is accompanied by an audio narration, and is specially written for children just starting to read alone. "Irresistible for children learning to read. " - Child Education Plus

The Ugly Duckling leaves home and goes out alone into the world. Will he ever find anyone to love him? Written for beginner readers, this illustrated retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale is brought to life by audio narration. "Irresistible for children learning to read. " - Child Education Plus

"Holly can''t wait to watch her friend Puck, the fairy pony, compete in the Rainbow Races. But when an enchanted storm is unleashed over Pony Island, ruining the races, the home of the fairy ponies is threatened with darkness for ever ..."--Page 4 of cover.

Who exactly was Queen Elizabeth I,when did she live and what was she like? What did she wear and who were her enemies? These and other questions are answered in this concise biography of one of England''s most famous monarchs. One of over 250 titles from the Usborne graded Reading Programme.

Imagine you were told to kill a terrifying monster. That''s just what happens to Bellerophon and he''s in despair... until he finds Pegasus, a magnificent flying horse. Together they set off on a hair-raising adventure in this lively retelling of the classic Greek myth for children just starting to read on their own. Includes links to carefully chosen websites to find out more about Ancient Greece. "Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme." - Julia Eccleshare

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... Based on Charles Perrault''s Cinderella, or the Little Glass Slipper.