Books published by publisher Usborne Publishing Ltd (31 Mar. 2006)

The Usborne Reading Programme is a collection of over 250 reading books, graded in seven levels. Developed with reading experts, this series now features original fiction to provide readers with even more choice. Series Three books are for fully confident readers who still need to gain the stamina needed for standard length books. They use advanced sentence structure and vocabulary and have more complex plots with subplots.

Please Note That The Following Individual Books As Per Original ISBN and Cover Image In this Listing shall be Dispatched Collectively: Usborne Beginners History 10 Books Collection Box Set: Stone Age: This simple information book follows the history of Stone Age people and how they lived. Iron Age: This simple information book charts the history of Iron Age people and how they lived, including their farming methods, the gods they prayed to and the hill forts where they lived. Egyptians: Who were the ancient Egyptians? Why did they build pyramids and how were mummies made? Ancient Greeks: Find out about Ancient Greece, what people wore, ate and did for fun and learn about some of the most famous philosophers and mathematicians of the age in this compelling book for beginner readers. Celts: Who were the Celts exactly? Did you know they lived on top of hills? Do you have any idea how Celtic warriors made themselves look really scary in battle? Romans: Who were the ancient Romans? Where did they go to eat, shop and wash? What did they do for fun? The Maya: Who were the Maya? Where did they live? Why did they build tall stone temples? Vikings: Find out what it was like to be a Viking, and learn about Viking homes, feasts, boats, gods and much more in this fascinating book. Castles: Who lived in a castle, and what was it like? Children can find out the answers to these questions and lots more about the wonderful world of castles in this informative book. Digging Up the Past: How do ancient things get buried? Who digs them up? And what do they find? Beginner readers can find answers to these questions and more in this colourful information book.

This is a fantastic, new padded hardback edition of these exciting, fun adventures, which challenge young children to answer a puzzle on every double page. Brightly coloured, detailed illustrations in a fun cartoon style, along with plenty of maps, guides and things to spot, help children become engrossed in these absorbing adventure stories. Answers and hints can be found in the last two pages of the book.

Master Dallben has decided it is time for Eilonwy, daughter of the House of Llyr, to learn to behave like a proper princess. He sends her away to the Isle of Mona but instead of training in the art of being a lady, Eilonwy falls into the hands of the evil enchantress, Achren, who wants to use Eilonwy's magical powers for her own ends. Taran and his companions must rescue the princess or the peaceful land of Prydain will face a fearful future. Their quest is a perilous one and demands bravery and sacrifice, but it also promises adventure, excitement and a touch of magic. The third book in Lloyd Alexander's classic fantasy epic The Chronicles of Prydain. "Lloyd Alexander is the true High King of fantasy." - Garth Nix