Romeo and Juliet are in love... but their families are bitter enemies. Set in medieval Vienna, a place of sword fights, secrets and magic potions, their tragic love story plays out to a desperate end. This simple retelling is a brilliant introduction to the work of William Shakespeare for young readers growing in confidence and ability. Includes a guide to the characters and links to recommended websites for children to find out more about Shakespeare and the play."Crack reading and...

The next book in the successful 100 MOST series, 100 Most Feared Creatures features the scariest beasts in the animal kingdom! This book will explore the world's most ferocious creatures and reveal the deadliest facts about these terrifying animals. Who fights off predators by spraying blood from its eyes? How does the slender, deep-sea gulper swallow prey twice its size? Who sucks out body fluids with its short, sharp mouthparts? Readers will learn everything they ever wanted to know abou...

Christmas customs, festive food, present-giving, songs and traditional stories from around the world with easy-reading text for children who have just started reading alone. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton."Irresistible for children learning to read'" - Child Education Plus

This is no ordinary boring math book. Young readers will love this incredible compendium of mind-blowing facts, experiments and fun, interactive activities.Written by award-winning science writer Anna Claybourne, this inspiring book promotes STEM learning with a twist and is ideal for children having trouble learning math. Readers can rediscover subjects such as geometry, statistics, and measurement in a completely new light, learning time-saving tips and tricks fo...

Written in British English, In Secrets of Light, you will find out where light comes from, why rainbows occur, and how cameras work.

In Secrets of Light, you will find out where light comes from, why rainbows occur, and how cameras work.

This ingenious book will show young readers just how much FUN maths can be! Strap in for an amazing roller-coaster ride through a world of mathematical games.Written by award-winning science writer Anna Claybourne, this inspiring book promotes maths learning with a twist. Inside you will find intense pen-and-paper puzzles, thrilling two-player games and exciting experiments using ordinary household objects. Young readers can rediscover subjects such as geometry, st...

This fun-packed science book is sure to get a reaction!Young readers will love this awesome collection of science games - including incredible optical illusions, cool experiments, sneaky hacks, hilarious pranks, and awesome magic - using objects from around the home.Written by award-winning science writer Anna Claybourne, this brain-boosting book uses principles from biology, chemistry and physics and supports STEM learning with a fun twist....

Have you ever made a balloon kebab, written a secret message with invisible ink, or grown crystals in a jar?Find out how to perform lots of amazing experiments at home and learn all about the super-cool science behind them! Brimming with exciting, easy-to-perform experiments this book guarantees hours of fun for budding scientists aged 7+.ABOUT THE SERIES: Discovery Pack is a science reference series for kids, focusing on a variety...

This vividly illustrated book shines a light on the animal kingdom like never before. Perfect for young animal lovers, The Surprising Lives of Animals is a captivating reading experience that will amaze children and deepen their understanding of the world around them.Did you know that some animals giggle and play just like us? Or that certain animals build their homes, stockpile their food, and use tools?In this fascinating book you’ll learn about ...

As merry as the day is long.Mistaken identities, jealous relatives, lovers' quarrels and a happy ending... Discover the entertaining story at the heart of Much Ado About Nothing, one of Shakespeare's best-loved comedies.As well as the story, this audiobook contains information about the background to Much Ado About Nothing, its major themes, language, and Shakespeare's life during the time he was writing the play. Gossip, and its role in society in 16th century Eng...

Do you have what it takes to be an awesome inventor? Yes, of course you do - and this action-packed book will prove it!Doodle the designs for your own egg parachute before testing it out; fix the plans for an over-engineered car by crossing out the bits that aren't needed; and build the world's greatest marshmallow catapult! While you're drawing, making, and playing, you'll be learning all kinds of exciting facts and ideas about the world of S.T. E.M - science, tec...