This volume is designed to encourage early language learning and word recognition in Spanish, while keeping children entertained. The illustrations are presented in everyday scenes so that each object is easily identifiable.

In 1914, the murder of Archduke Franz Ferdinand sparked off the most destructive conflict the world had ever seen. This is the story of the First World War, and the people who lived and died fighting in it. This title is part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts from the University of Roehampton.

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.

Elisa is no ordinary princess - she loves plants rather than palaces. After the king locks her in a tower, Elisa decides to escape and live life by her own rules... A beautifully illustrated version of the forgotten fairy tale, specially written for young readers who have just started to read alone.

This title deals with everyday situations in which children may find themselves while abroad. French grammar is clearly explained and puzzles provide plenty of practice. This title is part of a series providing a thorough grounding in useful, basic foreign language skills.

This title has been revised, with Internet links offering opportunities to hear the language spoken by a native speaker. Grammar is clearly explained, and puzzles provide plenty of practice. This title is part of a series providing a thorough grounding in useful, basic foreign language skills.