daynes katie look inside a hospital
Daynes Katie Look Inside a Hospital
Lift the flaps to find out what happens inside a hospital - and meet some of the amazing people who work there. Young children can explore the emergency and maternity units, learn how x-rays and scans work and see inside an operating theatre. With over 50 flaps to lift and links to websites where you can take hospital tours and meet patients.
1963 Р.
Grahame Kenneth The Reluctant Dragon
A humorous story for children just beginning to read. Whoever heard of a dragon who doesn't like fighting? And what will happen when the boldest dragon fighter of them all comes to stay? Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Adapted by Katie Daynes.
1072 Р.
Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves
A classic folktale retold with easy-reading text for children who have just started reading alone. Ali Baba has discovered a cave full of treasure. It's a dream come true! But soon he has a nosy brother and forty thieves to deal with... Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Retold by Katie Daynes.
1072 Р.
Daynes Katie, Allen Peter See Inside Planet Earth
A brilliant flap book that delves deep into the mysteries of the geography of the Earth. Each page is covered with flaps that reveal and explain the Earth's structure, climate and environments, from desert to arctic tundra. Includes pages revealing the problems of climate change and ways to reduce global warming. With over 80 sturdy flaps, and internet links to websites to find out more. Printed on paper made from trees from sustainable forests, and 20p from every copy sold will be donated to Friends of the Earth.
1166 Р.
Daynes Katie What is a Virus?
Our lives have been taken over by a tiny virus we can't even see. But what IS a virus? How do viruses spread? Why should everyone keep washing their hands? How does a vaccine work? And what can we do to STAY WELL? Lift the flaps to find out.
1082 Р.
Collodi Carlo Pinocchio
Beautifully illustrated retelling of this delightful children's classic retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Try as he might, Pinocchio just can't stay out of trouble. Is he doomed to be a wooden puppet forever? Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Retold by Katie Daynes.
1316 Р.
Icarus, the Boy Who Flew Too High. Young Reading 1
A new addition to the Young Reading Series. Read the lengendary story of Icarus, an ambitious young man who always wanted more. When Icarus and his father, Daedalus, find themselves trapped in a high tower on an island, they concoct a plan to soar to freedom. However, Daedalus warns Icarus of the dangers of boasting and flying too close to the sun, but will he listen? Illustrations: Full colour throughout. Retold by Katie Daynes.
1005 Р.
Daynes Katie Castles
A humorous yet historically accurate look at life in a thirteenth century medieval castle. Inventive embedded flaps on page allow children to explore the hidden world of the castle. Young readers are taken on an exciting journey in which they encounter a magnificent banquet, a thrilling tournament and a dramatic siege. David Hancock's bright, detailed illustrations combined with informative and friendly text, provide children with an entertaining insight into life long ago.
1492 Р.
Daynes Katie Space
A flap book of astronomical proportions, packed with facts and information about the stars, planets and the universe. Fabulous double-page topics show our solar system, the Milky Way, how scientists think the universe was created and the latest space travel technology. Over 50 flaps reveal fascinating facts about the universe and there's a little book of star maps tucked in a pocket at the back of the book. Includes internet links to websites with the latest space information, games and photos.
1492 Р.
Hansel and Gretel (+CD)
Hansel and Gretel are lost and starving in the deep, dark forest. Even stale bread and a scary stepmother would be better than endless trees. Then they spy a house made of chocolate and cake. Surely it's too good to be true... This edition of Hansel & Gretel includes supplementary material for English language learners. The attached CD contains full readings of the text and sample phrases, by native speakers, in both British English and American English. You can also download a student's worksheet and teacher's notes from the Usborne English website. Retold by Katie Daynes.
1368 Р.
Daynes Katie Why do we need a Potty?
What’s a potty for? How do I wee in my potty? When can I use a big toilet? This entertaining book is the perfect potty-training aid to help children move out of nappies… and into pants! With over 30 flaps to lift, gentle humour and easy-to-understand text on every page.
2190 Р.
Tom Thumb
A farmer and his wife long for a son, "Even if he's no bigger than a thumb!" They don't expect their wish to come true, and they definitely don't expect their tiny son to become a brave knight... Tom Thumb is in the Usborne First Reading series, written especially for children who are learning to read, and developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, Principal Lecturer in Education and reading specialist at the University of Roehampton. With delightful illustrations, these books combine great stories with simple text to excite and inspire any beginner reader. Retold by Katie Daynes.
1181 Р.
Daynes Katie Ancient Rome
Colourful scenes with flaps to reveal details of life in Ancient Rome. Bright, clear illustrations show scenes such as a gladiator fight at the Colosseum, the workings of a Roman Bath and the Roman legion defending the farthest reaches of the Empire. Includes a view of Rome today, with flaps to lift to uncover what stood there in the past. With over 50 flaps to lift revealing fascinating historical detail.
2164 Р.
Daynes Katie Your Body
Fabulous flap book that reveals the inner workings of the human body. Bright, original colour illustrations and diagrams display all the major organs of the human body and are accompanied by witty, clear and informative text. Contains over fifty embedded flaps that children can lift to reveal extra detail.
1492 Р.
Daynes Katie Questions & Answers
An interactive board book with over 60 flaps, exploring all kinds of questions that young children love to ask. Children will enjoy lifting the flaps to discover who, what, when, where, how, which and why. Provides friendly, simple answers to challenging questions, with entertaining and informative illustrations. A perfect book to dip into – great for inquisitive little ones!
1082 Р.
Morpurgo Michael Cool!
Michael Morpurgo’s inspiring new story of Robbie, a boy in a coma – victim of a car accident. Locked inside his own head, able to hear but not move or speak, Robbie tries to keep himself from slipping ever deeper into unconsciousness. Robbie, football fan and animal lover, runs after his dog Lucky one day when he chases a cat and is hit by a car. Unconscious, Robbie lies in hospital, unable to speak, move or eat. But he can hear; he is aware, even though his family and friends don’t know this. Inside his head, we hear Robbie’s thoughts; on his Mum and sister, why his parents are separated. His friends and family try desperately to reach him – even Zola, his favourite Chelsea footballer, comes to see him. And still Robbie can’t ‘wake up’. Until one day, against hospital rules, Dad brings Lucky into the hospital. Can Lucky bring Robbie back to life?
1209 Р.