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This Read with Oxford Stage 2 story collection contains four traditional tales: Dick Whittington; The Three Billy Goats Gruff; Chicken Licken; and Goldilocks and the Three Bears. This beautifully-illustrated book with clear phonics progression is ideal for children who are developing early reading skills.These well-loved traditional tales from around the world have been rewritten so that children can read them for themselves. They are expertly levelled and in line with children's phonics learning at school. In additional to the stories, the collection offers tips for reading the stories together, extended story texts that parents can read aloud to their child and story maps that children can use to help retell the story in their own words.Featuring much-loved characters, great authors, engaging storylines and fun activities, Read with Oxford offers an exciting range of carefully levelled reading books to build your child's reading confidence.Find practical advice, free eBooks and fun activities to help your child progress on oxfordowl.co.uk. Let's get them flying!

The Oxford Reading Tree Traditional Tales series includes 40 of the best known stories from all over the world, which have been passed down for generations. They are a perfect introduction to different cultures, traditions and morals. All the stories are carefully levelled to Oxford Reading Tree levels and matched to the phonics progression in Letters and Sounds, enabling your children to read the stories independently. There are four Traditional Tales titles available at Level 3:Cook, Pot, Cook! (based on The Magic Porridge Pot)Chicken LickenRight for Me (based on Goldilocks and the Three Bears)Boxer and the Fish (based on The Greedy Dog).Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with childrens reading development is also available at www.oxfordowl.co.uk.Each Mixed Pack includes one of each of the Level 3 titles listed above. The Class Packs include six of each of the Level 3 titles listed above.

The Oxford Reading Tree Traditional Tales series includes 40 of the best known stories from all over the world, which have been passed down for generations. They are a perfect introduction to different cultures, traditions and morals. All the stories are carefully levelled to Oxford Reading Tree levels and matched to the phonics progression in Letters and Sounds, enabling your children to read the stories independently. There are four Traditional Tales titles available at Level 3:Cook, Pot, Cook! (based on The Magic Porridge Pot)Chicken LickenRight for Me (based on Goldilocks and the Three Bears)Boxer and the Fish (based on The Greedy Dog).Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with childrens reading development is also available at www.oxfordowl.co.uk.Each Mixed Pack includes one of each of the Level 3 titles listed above. The Class Packs include six of each of the Level 3 titles listed above.

In this version of the traditional tale, Chicken Licken thinks that the sun has is fallen on her head. She rushes to spread the word, only to find that things are not quite as they seem ...This popular story written by Gill Munton and beautifully illustrated by Christine Pym will capture your child's imagination! It has been sensitively rewritten to enable your child to read it with confidence whilst capturing the magic of the original tale. There are useful tips for parents and an engaging story map inside the book to help you and your child retell the story together.The Oxford Reading Tree Traditional Tales series includes 40 of the best known stories from all over the world, which have been passed down for generations. They are a perfect introduction to different cultures, traditions and morals. All the stories are carefully levelled to Oxford Reading Tree levels and matched to the phonics progression in Letters and Sounds enabling your children to read the stories independently.Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with childrens reading development is also available at www.oxfordowl.co.uk.

A brilliantly funny picture book about two best friendswho just can't agree!Hank and Hoog are best friends - they do EVERYTHING together.Until one morning, when a single, crisp, brown leaf falls to theground...Hank is so annoyed! Falling leaves mean winter is coming,and Hank definitely does not like winter. BRRRRRRR!But Hoog is overjoyed! Hoog loves winter - the snow,the snuggles, all of it! AHHHHHHH!Will these two friends learn to put their differences aside?You bet they will!They may not agree on winter, but there's something they both definitelylike: each other.And there's nothing more important than being best friends. With a laugh-out-loud story bursting with personality and beautifulillustrations full of heart, I Definitely Don't Like Winteris an instant picture book classicThe perfect read for winter, and all year round!With themes of friendship, disagreement, compromise and honesty

Tuck into this wonderful picture book introduction to the changingof seasons. There's nothing Fox loves more in the world thanautumn. And he's going to make it last as long as he can! As soon as Fox opened his door, he could tell."Autumnat last! There's so much to do!"Autumn is Fox's favourite time of the year. He loves tasting blackberries,scrunching and collecting leaves!But as the days pass, Autumn starts to reach its end. Winter iscoming ... and Fox DEFINITELY cannot let that happen!Join Fox as he tries to do everything to stop Autumn from slippingby and eventually learns that each season has its magic. A funny and quirky story about the changing seasonsFabulous text by Fiona Barker, full of humour and heart

A gloriously heart-warming tale of friendship and fun from thecreators of I Definitely Don't Like Winter.   Autumn is Fox's favourite time of year - there's so much to do,like scrunching leaves, tasting blackberries and picking apples.But Autumn is slipping away ... can Fox make it stay, or will helearn that a season shared is never forgotten?Join Fox on his hilarious quest to stop autumn from leaving andwatch him discover that perhaps change isn't such a bad thing afterall... A brilliantly funny tale about the changing seasons and learningto be in the momentFabulous text by Fiona Barker and stunning illustrations by ChristinePym Full of humour and heart, perfect for fans of The Leaf Thiefand The Squirrels Who Squabbled.

From standout illustrator Christine Pym comes a beautifullyrealised picture book about finding courage and embracing change. Little Green knows she's about to make a big change - transformingfrom a caterpillar into a beautiful butterfly. Everyone is VERYexcited! But Little Green isn't excited. Little Green is VERY worried. She likes being a caterpillar! What if being a butterflyisn't as brilliant as everyone says?Join Little Green as she finds her own path ... with just a littlehelp from his friends. The incredible author/illustrateddebut from rising star, Christine PymLyrical, reassuringstory that children will love to follow Gorgeously detailedillustrations filled with warmth and emotionPerfect for helping children talk through their emotions andhelping guide them through change

A gorgeously illustrated picture book about one reluctantlittle beaver learning to shareWhen Beaver builds a new home, it's perfect. It's calm, quiet,and best of all . . . just for her.She doesn't have to share a thing!But soon a chatty Frog decides Beaver's dam is the perfect homefor HIM, too . . . and then an otter, and some geese.As more and more animals join the dam, can Beaver finda way to welcome them, or will she and the dam finally . . . BURST? With themes of learning to accept others and overcoming difference,this is the perfect story for little ones learning to shareIncludes a non-fiction spread at the back of the book explainingthat beavers are a keystone species, and their dams create vitalhabitats for many animals. Once built, other animals move intothe dam, just like the story!For fans of The Squirrels Who Squabbled and BearsDon't Share

A heartwarming picture book about two best friends wholearn how accept each other's differences.Hank and Hoog are best friends - they do EVERYTHING together.Until one evening when Hank confesses that he's scared of thedark...Hoog can't understand - there's nothing to be scared of!But Hank can't stop thinking about the shadows, and what's makingthose nighttime noises?They may not agree on the dark, but there's something they both definitelylike: each other. And with a good friend, there will always be light in the darkness... With a laugh-out-loud story bursting with personality and beautifulillustrations full of heart, I Definitely Don't Like theDark is an instant picture book classicChristine Pym's hand-drawn illustrations bring a uniquely specialcharacter to this storyEnjoy more of Hank and Hoog's adventures with the first bookin the series I Definitely Don't Like WinterWith themes of friendship, disagreement, compromise and honesty

From standout illustrator Christine Pym comes a beautifullyrealised picture book about finding courage and embracing change. Little Green knows she's about to make a big change - transformingfrom a caterpillar into a beautiful butterfly. Everyone is VERYexcited! But Little Green isn't excited. Little Green is VERY worried. She likes being a caterpillar! What if being a butterflyisn't as brilliant as everyone says?Join Little Green as she finds her own path ... with just a littlehelp from her friends. The incredible author/illustrateddebut from rising star, Christine PymLyrical, reassuringstory that children will love to follow Gorgeously detailedillustrations filled with warmth and emotionPerfect for helping children talk through their emotions andhelping guide them through change

A heartwarming picture book about two best friends wholearn how accept each other's differences.Hank and Hoog are best friends - they do EVERYTHING together.Until one evening when Hank confesses that he's scared of thedark...Hoog can't understand - there's nothing to be scared of!But Hank can't stop thinking about the shadows, and what's makingthose nighttime noises?They may not agree on the dark, but there's something they both definitelylike: each other. And with a good friend, there will always be light in the darkness... With a laugh-out-loud story bursting with personality and beautifulillustrations full of heart, I Definitely Don't Like theDark is an instant picture book classicChristine Pym's hand-drawn illustrations bring a uniquely specialcharacter to this storyEnjoy more of Hank and Hoog's adventures with the first bookin the series I Definitely Don't Like WinterWith themes of friendship, disagreement, compromise and honesty

A gorgeously illustrated picture book about one reluctantlittle beaver learning to shareWhen Beaver builds a new home, it's perfect. It's calm, quiet,and best of all . . . just for her.She doesn't have to share a thing!But soon a chatty Frog decides Beaver's dam is the perfect homefor HIM, too . . . and then an otter, and some geese.As more and more animals join the dam, can Beaver finda way to welcome them, or will she and the dam finally . . . BURST? With themes of learning to accept others and overcoming difference,this is the perfect story for little ones learning to shareIncludes a non-fiction spread at the back of the book explainingthat beavers are a keystone species, and their dams create vitalhabitats for many animals. Once built, other animals move intothe dam, just like the story!For fans of The Squirrels Who Squabbled and BearsDon't Share

Hungry Little Mouse is looking for some breakfast and he knows just where he can find it. Scampering into the kitchen, he finds lots of delicious treats. But as he finally finds something that's just perfect, Little Mouse quickly discovers he's not the only one looking for breakfast!

From author and illustrator Tom Percival, creator of the bestselling Big Bright Feelings series, a beautifully illustrated, uplifting picture book that is bursting with kindness and good deeds''A real winner - great to look at and with a feel-good factor to match.'' Books My Toddler LovesAlfonzo the goat couldn''t be happier. He''s just got himself a dashing new coat and he feels like a million dollars. But when he discovers some creatures in need of help, will Alfonzo be able to part with his treasured possession to save the day?Let me tell you the tale of Alfonzo the goat,Who was terribly fond of his lovely new coat ...The perfect picture-book pick-me-up showing that love, kindness and friendship make the best recipe for happiness.

From author and illustrator Tom Percival, creator of the bestselling Big Bright Feelings series, a beautifully illustrated, uplifting picture book that is bursting with kindness and good deeds'A real winner - great to look at and with a feel-good factor to match.' Books My Toddler LovesAlfonzo the goat couldn’t be happier. He’s just got himself a dashing new coat and he feels like a million dollars. But when he discovers some creatures in need of help, will Alfonzo be able to part with his treasured possession to save the day?Let me tell you the tale of Alfonzo the goat,Who was terribly fond of his lovely new coat ...The perfect picture-book pick-me-up showing that love, kindness and friendship make the best recipe for happiness.

From author and illustrator Tom Percival, creator of the bestselling Big Bright Feelings series: a motivating and empowering story about a little mole who learns that everyone has something special to give the world“Dream big, Little Mole, be brilliant, be YOU …”Join one little mole as she follows her dream of building the biggest hole ever, and learns along the way that everyone has something special to give the world – it just sometimes takes a little time (and a few mishaps!) to discover what that special something is.A powerful celebration of embracing who you are and finding your own unique talent from Tom Percival, the creator of Ruby’s Worry. With charming illustrations by Christine Pym.

How do flowers grow? Where do seeds come from? Why do leaves fall? Little children can find out the answers to these questions and more in this beautifully illustrated lift-the-flap book. Each page asks a different question, such as "Why do plants have flowers?" The colourful illustrations, large and simple text and chunky flaps reveal the answers. Children can discover a bee's favourite flower, see inside a spiky conker shell and see how trees lose their leaves in winter. A brilliant introduction to nature and science for curious young minds.

With flaps to lift on every page, this delightful book answers the questions that all young children ask about the weather, from Where does wind come from? to Why is it colder in winter? With surprising facts and weather forecasting tips, it makes a brilliant introduction to weather, which is a UK National Curriculum topic for Years 1 and 2.

A delightful way for young children to discover where babies come from - from baby humans to kittens, caterpillars and kangaroos. Young children can lift the flaps to find out how babies are made, when they are born, what new babies need and how they grow. A charming, age-appropriate introduction to the facts of life to share with young children.

With lots of flaps to lift on every page, this informative book answers the questions that all young children have about their senses. Each page asks a different question, such as 'How do I taste things?', 'How do I see?' and 'How do I hear?'. A wonderful introduction to the senses for inquisitive young minds.

Why do we need bees? How do they make honey? And who's who in a beehive? Children can find the answers to these questions and many more in this informative lift-the-flap book. With colourful illustrations, simple text and chunky flaps to lift, young children can discover lots of amazing facts about bees and why they need our help.

What's it like in space? How do you get there? And what do astronauts do all day? Inquisitive little ones can find the answers to these questions and many more in this fascinating lift-the-flap introduction to space, with colourful illustrations, simple text and chunky flaps to lift.

How does the sun help us? What's it made of? And where does the sun go at night? Discover the answers to these questions and many more in this gorgeous introduction to the sun for little children, with over 30 flaps to lift, delightful illustrations and simple text. Published in association with the Science Museum, London.

This thoughtful book explores happiness, sadness, anger, fear and worry in a friendly and approachable way for little children. Adorable animal characters experience different emotions, while flaps reveal the answers to important questions such as 'Why don't I feel happy all the time?' and 'How can I cheer up my friend?'

Why do camels have humps? Why do turtles have shells? And why do fish have fins and birds have wings? Young animal lovers can find the answers to these questions and many more in this lift-the-flap information book. With colourful illustrations, simple text and chunky flaps to lift, and links to carefully selected websites with videos and activities.