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  • The Fish that Talked: Level Three

    Rosie Dickins, Graham Philpot

    Hardcover (Usborne Pub Ltd, Jan. 1, 2008)
    After a boy rescues a tiny fish, which then continues to grow to an unbelievable size, he is eventually rewarded, in this Indian tale adapted from a section of the poem "The Mahabharata."
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  • Little Giraffe

    Lesley Sims

    Hardcover (Usborne Books, March 1, 2012)
    Three titles in the popular "First Reading" series are re-issued with hardback covers with audio CDs inserted into a wallet inside the back cover, making the book and CD easy to store together. "The Young Reading" series is developed with reading expert Alison Kelly from Roehampton University to help young readers grow in confidence and ability.

  • Lonesome Bear

    C. Carmichael

    Hardcover (North-South, March 1, 2001)
    One morning when Bear wakes up, Clara is missing. He searches the house for her. He calls and calls her name, but no one answers. So Bear sets out to find her. He is helped by an abandoned bunny and an independent stray cat who tries to convince Bear of the joys of being on his own. Bear knows better. Clara loves him and he loves Clara, and without her he is a very lonesome bear. Beginning readers will relate to Bear, whether they were introduced to him in Bear at the Beach and Used-Up Bear, or are meeting this engaging hero for the first time.
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  • The Little Red Hen

    Susanna Davidson, Lesley Sims, Daniel Postgate

    Hardcover (Usborne Pub Ltd, June 1, 2006)
    A little red hen plants, harvests, and grinds the wheat all by herself, but her friends rat, duck, and cat want to help her eat the bread that is made from it.
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  • The Wish Fish

    Lesley Sims

    Hardcover (Usborne, March 15, 2010)
    This is a new edition of this popular title in the fantastic "First Reading" series, accompanied by an interactive CD. Bob and Bet catch a magical fish who grants wishes - this is an amusing story based on a folktale. It is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is Principal Lecturer in Education from Roehampton University and an early reading specialist. It includes an interactive CD-ROM with animated screen visuals and characterful narration, music and sound effects. Every title in this series has clear and compelling text that allows children to build their burgeoning reading skills and is accompanied by charming and highly appealing illustrations.

  • Phonic Cards: Cracking the Sound Code

    DK

    Cards (DK Children, July 1, 2001)
    Contains 42 sturdy cards, which cover the main sounds in the English language and their various spelling patters: one common spelling pattern is featured on the front of each phonic card and other common alternatives are shown on the back. Prepares you child for fluent and confident reading in five progressive steps. Includes clear and easy-to-follow notes for parents, and many suggestions for enjoyable supporting activities.

  • Run! Run!

    JoAnn Vandine, Kevin O'Malley

    Paperback (Mondo Pub, Oct. 1, 1995)
    The three pigs, Red Riding Hood, Jack, and Cinderella are all running away from their pursuers
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  • Little Red Riding Hood

    Parragon, Dubravka Kolanovic

    Paperback (Parragon Inc, May 26, 2015)
    Little Red Riding Hood is on her way to her sick grandma's house when she meets a wolf in the woods. He seems friendly enough. But something very odd has happened to Grandma! Share a wonderful reading experience with your child. This beautiful storybook includes a traditional fairy tale for an adult to read aloud, alongside short, simple sentences for your child to read to you.
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  • The Leopard and the Sky God: Level Three

    Mairi Mackinnon, Ali Lodge

    Hardcover (Usborne Pub Ltd, Dec. 1, 2007)
    The other animals try to get the leopard to lend his drum to the Sky God, but none of them is successful.
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  • First Reading Fun: Jack's Hair

    Dot Meharry

    Paperback (Autumn Publishing Ltd, Nov. 1, 2006)
    21 x 29.7 cm Paperback: 24 pages

  • How the Elephant Lost His Wings

    Lesley Sims, Katie Lovell

    Audio CD (Usborne Publishing Ltd, )
    None

  • Puss In Boots: My First Reading Book

    Janet Brown

    Hardcover (Armadillo, Aug. 16, 2012)
    This fresh and lively retelling of the much-loved Puss in Boots tale is designed to appeal to the young child, with appropriate vocabulary for those learning to read by themselves. Includes an interactive element that encourages young children to read, write and observe.
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