Books with author Rosie Dickins

Shen doesn’t like to share anything – especially not his yummy pears. Can a hungry beggar teach him a little kindness? The Chinese folktale specially retold for beginner readers. 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 is a highly illustrated ebook that can only be read on the Kindle Fire or other tablet. "Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme." - Julia Eccleshare

A thief steals the King's most precious treasure, but he gets more than he bargains for in this lively retelling of a classic Korean tale. Simply written in lively, flowing text Usborne First Reading books are designed to capture the imagination and build the confidence of beginner readers. Includes links to downloadable worksheets and teacher's notes. This is a highly illustrated ebook that can only be read on the Kindle Fire or other tablet. "Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme." - Julia Eccleshare

This is a lively retelling of an old Chinese tale. Lee is too lazy to grow any food, so he gets very hungry. Then he plants a magic melon - but things don't go as planned...Easy-to-read text is brought to life with delightful illustrations, and there are fun comprehension puzzles to try after the story. It is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is a Principal Lecturer in Education and an early reading specialist from Roehampton University. Every title in this series features clear and compelling text accompanied by highly appealing illustrations. It is designed to motivate children as they learn to read.