Lesley Sims

Discusses how and why castles were built, how they were defended, and who lived in them, and includes historical facts on actual castles.

The fifth in a series of 15 rhyming stories developed to help children learn to read. Each book is designed for an adult and child to read together and introduces new letters or reading patterns and reinforces material from previous books. Includes puzzles to reinforce new skills, and guidance notes on reading with children. In this story, grizzly bear Sal discovers to her dismay that she can't sing, but cheers up when she turns out to be a good percussionist....

The Gold Knight exhibits good sportsmanship when he unexpectedly loses at jousting. Fourteenth in a series of 15 rhyming stories developed to help children learn to read. Each book is designed for an adult and child to read together and introduces new letters or reading patterns and reinforces material from previous books. Includes puzzles to reinforce new skills, and guidance notes on reading with children.

Retells the folk tale from India about the time when elephants were able to fly, but after their reckless behavior causes a lot of damage to homes and trees, the gods decide that the flying elephants must be stopped.

Once upon a time, there was a dragon, a phoenix and a very, very special pebble.

Spider wishes she could fly, so she builds her very own glider. But when danger strikes, can Spider save the day?

A princess takes refuge from her wicked stepmother in the cottage of seven dwarfs.

A lively story with humorous illustrations, ideal for children who are beginning to read for themselves, or for reading aloud together. With simple rhyming text and phonic repetition specially designed to develop essential language and early reading skills. Guidance notes for parents are included at the back of the book.