Young Reading Series 3 – serie

The story of the boy pharaoh and the discovery of his tomb and treasures vividly retold for young readers. Illustrations and hand-coloured photographs of real-life places, people and objects bring the story to life. Part of Young Reading Level 3, created for children ready to tackle longer stories and more diverse subjects. Developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University. With Internet links to recommended websites via the Usborne Quicklinks Website.Chapters in this book include:- Wonderful things- The boy king- A tomb in the rocks- Missing- One last chance- A mosquito bite- Gold, gold, gold- The mummy's secrets- Tutankhamun timeline

From the series that brings to life the fascinating lives of famous historical figures Lively speech, gentle humour and full-colour illustrations bring the reader closer to the action as the story unfolds Young readers will learn about each famous character as they read about their achievements, tribulations and triumphs Part of Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers.Chapters in this book include:- A map of Alexander's world- Prince Alexander- The young king- Conqueror of the East- Son of a god?- Clash of the kings- Ruler of Persia- A royal wedding- Into India- The end of the Earth?- Going home- My life of conquest

The remarkable story of Florence Nightingale, from her privileged childhood to the horrors of her work in the Crimea and as a hospital reformer. Retold in a lively, vivid style with evocative, full colour pictures and links to recommended websites to find out more. Part of Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers.Chapters in this book include:- A defiant daughter- The voice of God?- Fighting Fanny- Florence takes charge- Hell on earth- Fame- Working flat out- Nurse Nightingale - My Life

Thoughtful introduction to the extraordinary life of Martin Luther King for young readers. Lively narrative text, colourful illustrations and photographs bring the subject alive. Includes essential facts and insightful details to help the reader understand Martin Luther King's life and times, and links to recommended websites with video clips and activities. Part of Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers.Chapters in this book include:- Proud parents- Loss of innocence- A serious student- Young love- A leader is born- The struggle continues- Battle for Birmingham- Triumph and tragedy- The life of Martin Luther King

Thoughtful account of the extraordinary life of Anne Frank for young readers. Lively narrative text, colourful illustrations and photographs bring the subject alive. Includes essential facts and insightful details to help the reader understand Anne Frank's life and times and links to websites with videos, activities and virtual tours. Part of Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers.Chapters in this book include:- Living free- Broken glass- Invasion- The secret annexe- Westerbork- The camps- Anne Frank's Diary- Timeline

A history of the often brutal world of the gladiators written in an engaging narrative style and containing full colour illustrations throughout. Includes details of the different types of gladiators, their costumes and weaponry, famous gladiators and the arenas in which they fought. Part of Young Reading Level 3, created for children ready to tackle longer stories and more diverse subjects. Developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University. Internet-links to recommended websites to find out more about this fascinating world.Chapters in this book include:- Who were the gladiators- The first games- Gladiator school- The stadium- A day at the Colosseum- Emperor gladiators- Fight for freedom- How did it end?- Gladiator Timeline

A vivid retelling of a major historical catastrophe written in an engaging, narrative style with direct speech and speech bubbles. Brings to life the gripping story of the "unsinkable" ship and its doomed maiden voyage. Dramatic illustrations, photos or maps on every page and Internet links to fun websites via the Usborne Quicklinks Website. Usborne Young Reading has been developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, Senior Lecturer at Roehampton University. Young Reading Series 3 is for readers who want to tackle longer stories.Chapters in this book include:- The "unsinkable" ship- The maiden voyage- Iceberg!- Going down...- Carpathia to the rescue- The Titanic lives on- Titanic timeline

A vivid retelling of a major historical catastrophe written in an engaging, narrative style with direct speech and speech bubbles. Dramatic illustrations, photos or maps on every page and Internet links to fun websites via the Usborne Quicklinks Website. The Usborne Reading has been developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, Senior Lecturer at Roehampton University.Chapters in this book include:- A warning- Vesuvius comes alive- The spirit of a hero- Panic under Vesuvius- 1860: a city rediscovered

Vividly describes the life of da Vinci, from his country childhood to his amazing legacy and explores many of his works of art, science, mechanics and architecture. The story of Leonardo da Vinci's life and works, for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories. Illustrated with photographs of real-life locations, artwork illustrations by Christina Uzner and reproductions of Leonardo's most famous works. Developed in consultation with reading experts from Roehampton University and a distinguished art historian. With internet links to recommended websites.Chapters in this book include:- Village life- Off to Florence- Making it big in Milan- Genius on the move- Anatomy uncovered- My life as a genius

Spanning the life of the great leader from his teens to his brutal assassination, and featuring events such as Caesar's capture by pirates as a young man, his military successes across Europe, encounters with Cleopatra and becoming dictator of Rome. A captivating title in this hugely entertaining and informative series. Part of Young Reading Level 3, created for children ready to tackle longer stories and more diverse subjects.Developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University.Chapters in this book include:- Gaius Julius Caesar- Adventures with Pirates- A Rising Star- Glory Abroad- Crossing the Rubicon- Cleopatra- Dictator of Rome- The Final Betrayal- My Life

Oliver is growing up in an orphanage... until the day he dares to ask for more. Suddenly, he is cast out into a world of colourful characters, in which he will have to keep his wits about him and even pick pockets to survive. A retelling of the classic story by Charles Dickens, for children growing in their reading confidence and ability. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme, developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.Chapters in this book include:- Nobody's baby- More means less- Running away- New friends- Betrayed- A robbery- The secret of the locket

The classic swashbuckling adventure by Alexander Dumas retold for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories. D'Artagnan longed to be one of that elite band of fighters, the King's musketeers. But he never dreamed that one day he would fight alongside the most famous trio of them all. Each thrilling scene is vibrantly brought to life with Victor Tavares's illustrations. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. With internet links to find out more about people and places mentioned in the story.Chapters in this book include:- The ugliest horse in the world- The Three Musketeers- Three duels before tea- The landlord's sister- Constance and the Duke- The missing diamonds- Meeting Milady- Long-delayed justice

The classic horror story by Mary Shelley retold for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories. Victor Frankenstein dreams of creating life. As lightning flashes across the sky, his creature stirs. Will it be the perfect being he imagines, or a monster? Each scene is atmospherically brought to life with Victor Tavares' illustrations. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.

The classic story fabulously illustrated and retold for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories. Fearsome monsters stalk the moors of ancient Denmark, murdering anyone they catch. But then a warrior comes from overseas. His name is Beowulf. He kills monsters... Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.Chapters in this book include:- The great hall- A monster strikes- A hero arrives- Final feast- Beowulf v Grendel- A new terror- The Lake of Demons- King Beowulf- The last monster

The classic tale of adventure and revenge by Alexandre Dumas retold for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories. Who is the mysterious Count of Monte Cristo and how did he acquire his magnificent wealth? A rip-roaring tale of adventure - from a daring prison escape to a hunt for hidden treasure and a duel at dawn. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.Chapters in this book include:- Marseilles- Conspiracy- Arrest!- The two prisoners- Escape from Chateau D'If- The fisherman's replies- The carnival at Rome- Paris- The Count's party- The Roman catacombs- Challenge at the opera- Duel in the park- Wait and hope

A clear and informative account of how the Second World War began, the infamous battles and the conclusion and aftermath of the war.Illustrated with maps, evocative archive photographs and illustrations. Includes descriptions of the most famous events including Pearl Harbor, Battle of Midway, D-Day and the atomic bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki.Part of series three of the Usborne Reading Programme for children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer and more complex information.Produced in association with the Imperial War Museum, London.Chapters in this book include:- The rise of Hitler- Blitzkrieg- The tiger and the bear- Fighting back- Into Europe- Victory- Aftermath

Odysseus is finally heading home after a long war, but his troubles have just begun. Terrible dangers are in store, from one-eyed monsters to cannibal kings. Specially written for confident young readers, this dramatic re-telling is a perfect introduction to Homer's epic tale. Includes links to recommended websites to find out more about Ancient Greece."Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme." - Julia EccleshareChapters in this book include:- Calypso's prisoner- Odysseus's tale- A cunning plan- The bag of winds- Dead men and deadly voices- The cattle of the sun- Ithaca at last- The challenge

A dramatic adaptation of the much-loved classic by Charlotte Bronte, with atmospheric illustrations by Alan Marks. It is the compelling story of Jane Eyre and the mysterious Mr. Rochester, sensitively retold for younger readers.

The much-loved classic story by L.M. Montgomery, specially retold for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories. From the day red-headed 'Anne-with-an-e' unexpectedly arrives at Green Gables, life is never the same again... Includes a short biography of the author and beautiful watercolour illustrations throughout. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts.Chapters in this book include:- The orphan- Anne loses her temper- A best friend... and a worst one- The disastrous tea party- Anne to the rescue- A concert and puffed sleeves- Vanity and vexation- Love, loss and friendship

Over the past 2,000 years, London has survived invasions, plagues, fires and air raids, witnessed the wealth and power of monarchs such as Henry VIII and Queen Victoria, and the building of palaces, parks and railways. Produced in association with The Museum of London, this is London's incredible story, as it grew from a small Roman town to one of the greatest cities in the world.Chapters in this book include:- Romans rule- Saxons and Vikings- The Middle Ages- Tudor times- Plots, wars and plague- The Great Fire- Elegance and despair- Victorian giant- The 20th century ...and on- Timeline of London history

Mark Twain's classic tale of escape and adventure rivetingly retold for young readers. To escape his violent, drunken father, Huckleberry Finn fakes his own death and lives wild in the woods. He meets Jim, a runaway slave, and the two outcasts set off on a dangerous journey down the mighty Mississippi River, in search of freedom.Chapters in this book include:- Me and Tom Sawyer- Pap- Jackson's Island- On the river- Royal strangers- Betrayed!- The rescue plan- Break out- Sad farewells

The story of D-Day - the Normandy beach landings which saw the start of the Allies' major offensive against German forces - specially written for readers of 9 and up.Published in association with the Imperial War Museums and full of photographs, maps and full-colour illustrations, this is a great introduction to the story of D-Day. Includes internet links to specially selected websites where children can access additional information and resources. Ideal for those who prefer history to fiction.Chapters in this book include:- Fortress Europe- A winning plan- Taking command- Night raiders- To the beaches- D-Day heroes- Victory earned

A lively and intriguing biography of Henry VIII, full of fascinating facts, famous paintings and photos of historical artefacts that bring history to life. Discover Henry's life as a young prince at Tudor court, the religious conflicts of his reign, the fates of each of his six wives and his lasting legacy as one of England's most famous kings.Chapters in this book include:- A playful prince- Hopes and fears- The King's Great Matter- Anne's fate- Triumph and tragedy- Trials and errors- A fat old king- Henry's legacy- The life of King Henry VIII

Mysterious explosions on the surface of Mars signal the beginning of an alien invasion. Soon the ruthless creatures are terrorizing Earth with their unstoppable death rays. Can nothing prevent these merciless Martians from taking over the world? H.G. Wells' classic story of Martian invasion, vividly retold for newly independent readers.Chapters in this book include:- The Narrator's Introduction- Men from Mars- The Death Ray- Escape- The War Machines- The River Battle- Black Gas- Buried Alive- Trapped- The Last Man on Earth- Reunited

A compelling account of the story of slavery - from ancient times, through the plantations of the Caribbean and America, to the official abolition of the slave trade more than 200 years ago. Recounts the stories of people who were enslaved, including their daring tales of resistance and escape. Highlights the continued existence of slavery today and what you can do to help stop it.Chapters in this book include:- The beginnings of slavery- Into Africa- Across the ocean- Journey into slavery- Plantation life- Great escapes- Uprising!- Breaking the chains- At war with slavery- The end of slavery?