Books in 3.11 Young Reading Series One with Audio CD series

This is the classic fairytale about the princesses who like to have fun. When their father finds out they've been sneaking out to go dancing, he's furious. 'Dancing is banned!', he declares. But will that stop them? It is part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. The audio CD includes a dramatic listen-along recording with music and sound effects, followed by a read-along version with prompts for page turns.

This is a lively re-telling of the Greek myth, in which Pegasus, the flying horse, helps hero Bellerophon to defeat a fire-breathing monster. This is a new title in "Young Reading Series One". Part of the Usborne Reading Programme, "Series One" has short stories that are full of excitement, aimed at children who are starting to read on their own. This title is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is Principal Lecturer in education and an early reading specialist from Roehampton University.

This title is a new addition to "Young Reading Series One", part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme, based on the Chinese myth. It is aimed at children just beginning to read to help build confidence and ability. When three brothers inherit their father's fortune, greedy Ying and Yong keep it all for themselves, leaving poor Chin to live a simple life. But Chin's act of kindness to a mysterious monk leads to a magical reward. This title is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is a senior lecturer in education and an early reading specialist from Roehampton University. It features beautifully produced hardback with ribbon marker to encourage pride in book ownership.

Three original stories for children who have just started reading on their own. Young children can find out who will be Pirate of the Year, the cabin boy's secret and how Captain Spike escapes from the dungeons of Rotter's Isle. Vividly illustrated by Christyan Fox. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.