sims lesley anansi and the tug of war
Sims Lesley Anansi and the Tug of War
A lively re-telling of a traditional African tale, specially written for children just learning to read. Anansi might be a King but he is also just a spider, so can he really beat Elephant and Rhino in a tug of war? Easy-to-read text is brought to life with vibrant illustrations, and puzzles at the back help to consolidate learning – guaranteed to inspire beginner readers.
1637 Р.
Carroll Lewis Alice Through the Looking-Glass
The quirky sequel to Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. After returning from Wonderland, Alice's adventures continue when she steps through a looking glass and into the topsy-turvy world beyond. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Retold by Lesley Sims.
1637 Р.
The Three Wishes
The traditional European folktale retold for beginner readers to tackle with very light support. Nat and Ned are poor and often hungry, until Ned rescues a wish-granting fairy. But are all their troubles over for good? Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Includes several pages of reading-related puzzles. Retold by Lesley Sims.
913 Р.
One Hundred Illustrated Stories
An enchanting collection of one hundred of the best-loved stories ever told, from elegant retellings of Grimm and Andersen to lively folk tales from around the world. Includes favourite stories such as The Twelve Dancing Princesses, Aladdin, Jack and the Beanstalk and many more. Beautifully presented with illustrations that capture the warmth and wonder of these classic tales. An essential addition to every family bookshelf and a wonderful gift to be treasured. Retold by Sarah Courtauld, Susanna Davidson, Katie Daynes, Rosie Dickins, Russell Punter, Mary Sebag-Montefiore and Lesley Sims.
3001 Р.
The Christmas Cobwebs
A charming rendition of a German folktale specially written for beginner readers, featuring Santa, seven spiders and a Christmas surprise... It's Christmas Eve and all is ready for Christmas - until seven spiders cover the tree in cobwebs. Will Christmas Day be ruined - or can Father Christmas save the Day? Beautiful illustrations bring the sparkle of Christmas to this enchanting text, and the clear, easy-reading style is ideal for beginner readers. Includes fun puzzles at the end of the text to aid comprehension. Retold by Lesley Sims.
1147 Р.
Dickens Charles A Christmas Carol
Bah Humbug! That's how Ebeneezer Scrooge feels about Christmas - until the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future decide to show the crotchety old miser the error of his ways. Together they travel through time, revisiting all the people who have played an important role in Scrooge's life. And as their journey concludes, Scrooge is reminded of what it means to have love in his heart, and what the true spirit of Christmas is all about. A timeless story the whole family will enjoy! Retold by Lesley Sims.
906 Р.
The Nativity
One starry night, a long, long time ago, a very special baby was born. Follow the animals, the shepherds and three wise men to say hello to him. Beautifully illustrated by Ag Jatkowska, this delightful retelling of the Nativity story has been specially written for little children. This is a revised edition of the title previously published as Baby Jesus. Retold by Lesley Sims.
551 Р.
Greenwell Jessica First Sticker Book. Sports Day
Bring sports day to life in this exciting book. Themes include an egg and spoon race, an obstacle course, mini athletics, running races, a tug-of-war, and an awards ceremony at the end of the day. Children will have fun poring over the lively illustrations, selecting where to put the stickers and choosing the winning teams.
697 Р.
Grahame Kenneth The Wind in the Willows
The classic story retold for children growing in reading confidence. Mole, Ratty, Badger and the infamous Mr Toad love nothing more than messing around on the river. But when Mr Toad develops an obsession with motor vehicles, will his friends be able to help before he loses everything? Featuring the charming illustrations of Mauro Evangelista. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Adapted by Lesley Sims.
855 Р.
Andersen Hans Christian The Snow Queen
A retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale about the wicked Snow Queen’s attempt to kidnap a boy in the frozen north. Beautifully and atmospherically illustrated by Alan Marks, winner of the Carnegie Medal. Part of Young Reading Series 2 for readers growing in confidence. Also available with an audio CD with a dramatic listen-along recording with music and sound effects, followed by a read-along version with prompts for page turns. Retold by Lesley Sims.
893 Р.
Cinderella
A lively retelling of the classic rags to riches tale with delightful artwork to match. A button on each page allows the reader to hear the story as they read. Retold by Lesley Sims.
2720 Р.
Binchy Maeve This Year It Will Be Different
Christmas: a time of year when emotions run high and long-held secrets can unexpectedly surface… This Year It Will Be Different powerfully evokes the lives of wives, husbands, children, friends and lovers. As the festivities take hold, there are step-families grappling with exes; long-married couples faced with in-law problems; a wandering husband choosing between the other woman and his wife; a child caught up in a grown-up tug-of-war.
1973 Р.
Morpurgo Michael The Mozart Question
A moving tale of secrets and survival bound together by the power of music, from a master storyteller. When Lesley is sent to Venice to interview world-renowned violinist Paulo Levi on his fiftieth birthday, she cannot believe her luck. She is told that she can ask him anything at all - except the Mozart question. But it is Paulo himself who decides that it is time for the truth to be told. And so follows the story of his parents as Jewish prisoners of war, forced to play Mozart violin concerti for the enemy; how they watched fellow Jews being led off to their deaths and knew that they were playing for their lives. As the story unfolds, the journalist begins to understand the full horror of war, and how one group of musicians survived using the only weapon they had - music.
1255 Р.
Illustrated Myths from Around the World
Where did the moon come from? And what happened when giants roamed the land? Find out in this enthralling collection of myths from around the world, including the African folktale, “Anansi and the Box of Stories”, the Japanese fairytale, “The Fox Maiden” and the Irish myth, “Fionnuala”.
2757 Р.
McCartney Paul Виниловая пластинка McCartney Paul Tug Of War
Состояние носителя: S. Состояние конверта: S. Tug Of War. Виниловая пластинка . A1 Tug Of War 4:20 A2 Take It Away 3:50 A3 Somebody Who Cares 3:13 A4 What's That You're Doing? 6:13 A5 Here Today 2:24 B1 Ballroom Dancing 4:06 B2 The Pound Is Sinking 2:49 B3 Wanderlust 3:47 B4 Get It 2:28 B5 Be What You See (Link) 0:32 B6 Dress Me Up As A Robber 2:40 B7 Ebony And Ivory 3:41 Тип носителя: Виниловая пластинка
9945 Р.
McCartney Paul Виниловая пластинка McCartney Paul Tug Of War
Состояние носителя: M. Состояние конверта: NM. Tug Of War. Виниловая пластинка . Book A1 Tug Of War 4:22 A2 Take It Away 4:14 A3 Somebody Who Cares 3:19 A4 What's That You're Doing? 6:19 A5 Here Today 2:27 B1 Ballroom Dancing 4:07 B2 The Pound Is Sinking 2:54 B3 Wanderlust 3:49 B4 Get It 2:29 B5 Be What You See (Link) 0:34 B6 Dress Me Up As A Robber 2:41 B7 Ebony And Ivory 3:46 Тип носителя: Виниловая пластинка
4095 Р.