The Middle Ages

The brand new title in the History of Britain series.

A fascinating introduction to every aspect of life in medieval Britain, from the glorious reigns of kings and queens and the ordinary lives of peasants, to the extraordinary lives of knights, heroes and rebels.

Illustrated with a combination of cartoons, reproduced artwork and photographs. Internet links offer a fantastic selection of additional resources, including video clips, games and interactive features.

Key Stage: KS2/3 H; Age 8+; Flexiback
UK RRP: £7.99. Find out more.

Planet Fashion (Totally Lucy)

Lucy and her best friends, Tilda and Jules, are determined to make it onto eco-friendly TV show Go Green with their latest creative project.

Girls everywhere are in love with these diary-style books, crammed full of secrets, notes, and hilarious illustrations, and will be waiting eagerly for this latest on-trend addition to the series.

Key Stage: KS2/3 E; Age 10+; Paperback
UK RRP: £4.99. Find out more.

Roman Things to Make and Do

Perfect for gung ho gladiators, striving centurions and aspiring Caesar’s, these Roman themed activities, including a soldier’s helmet and sword, will keep kids amused for hours.

Every activity is clearly and vividly illustrated in an appealing and colourful style, with easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions. Contains information boxes on each page with interesting facts about the Romans.

Key Stage: Age 5+ KS1/2 A/DT; Paperback
UK RRP: £4.99. Find out more.

The Second World War

A fascinating introduction to the British involvement in the Second World War.

Covering some of the most dramatic events of the War, including the Dunkirk evacuations, the Battle of Britain, fighting in the deserts and the D-Day landings.

Includes contemporary photographs, posters and cartoons, maps, and quotes from major figures and popular songs, plus Internet links to recommended websites.

Key Stage: KS2 H; Age 8+; Hardback
UK RRP: £7.99. Find out more.

The Georgians

A fascinating introduction to every aspect of life in Georgian Britain.

Key figures and events include Bonnie Prince Charlie and his Jacobite rebels, Captain Cook exploring the South Pacific, the Napoleonic wars, The Boston tea party and Dr Johnson and his dictionary.

Includes cartoons, fine art, photographs of gorgeous medieval treasures, family trees, and quotes from Georgian writers, poets and historians, plus Internet links to recommended websites.

Key Stage: KS2 H; Age 8+; Hardback
UK RRP: £7.99. Find out more.

Noisy Tractor

Little hands will not be able to resist pressing the buttons to make all the noises in this charming story.

Illustrated by Stephen Cartwright, one of Usborne’s most popular artists. Strong tabs allow scenes to be located quickly and easily, while making the book look and feel even more luxurious.

Key Stage: Age 1+; Board UK RRP: £9.99. Find out more.

My Scrapbook

A fantastic way of recording treasured memories, creating a perfect ‘time capsule’ to look back on in years to come.

Each double-page spread of the scrapbook is themed around major childhood landmarks, such as best friends, memorable holidays, favourite things, a family tree and many more.

Key Stage: KS2 E/A/DT; Age 8+; Hardback + spiral
UK RRP: £9.99. Find out more.

Diggers Sticker Book

This exciting sticker book encourages children to fill in the fun building site using the colourful stickers provided.

With hundreds of stickers to choose from.

Key Stage: R E; Age 3+; Paperback
UK RRP: £4.99. Find out more.

First Picture Encyclopedia

An introductory encyclopedia with vivid, imaginative pictures that will encourage children to look at it again and again.

Separated into basic themes such as space, your body, dinosaurs, diggers and trucks, wild animals, insects, things that go and the weather.

Key Stage: R; Age 5+ KS1 E/S/G/H; Board
UK RRP: £9.99. Find out more.

Oliver Moon and the Spider Spell

Oliver’s mum has caught Green Flu so Oliver is in charge of all the housework.

Everything is okay until Oliver tries a Grow-bigger spell on the cauldron. Then he finds himself in very BIG trouble indeed. Fans of Oliver Moon will snap up this brilliant new adventure, but arachnophobics be warned!

Key Stage: KS1/2 E; Age 6+; Paperback
UK RRP: £3.99. Find out more.

Goldilocks and the Three Bears
(Picture Book)

An evocative picture book based on the traditional fairytale.

A wonderful gift to be shared again and again.

Key Stage: Age 18 months+; Hardback
UK RRP: £6.99. Find out more.

The Three Little Pigs (Picture Book)

An evocative picture book based on the traditional fairytale.

A wonderful gift to be shared again and again.

Key Stage: Age 18 months+; Hardback
UK RRP: £6.99. Find out more.

Nursery Rhyme Snap

Every child’s much-loved first card game, with bright fun cards of nursery rhymes’ most popular, well-known characters.

Gorgeously illustrated by Rosalind Bonnet.

Snap is an easy and fun game, which is a great way for young children to develop important sorting, matching and reading skills.

Key Stage: R; Age 2+; Cards
UK RRP: £4.99. Find out more.

Animals (Cot Books)

A new cot book designed to provide visual stimulation for babies.

The book entirely folds out concertina-style to a double-sided frieze - one side features a bold pattern showing a host of black and white animals, the reverse shows a bright pastel scene including animals such as a lion, parrot, monkey and elephant.

Key Stage: Age Birth+; Cloth Book
UK RRP: £6.99. Find out more.

The Last Book of the Universe

“Nobody around here reads any more. Why bother, when you can just use a mindprobe needle and shoot all the images straight into your brain?

In real life, nobody comes to your rescue. Believe me, I know. But then I met Ryter, this old gummy who had a lot of crazy ideas. Together we tried to change the world…”

Gritty, moving and provocative - a vivid futuristic adventure from an internationally acclaimed author.

Key Stage: KS2/3 E; Age 10+; Paperback
UK RRP: £5.99. Find out more.

Lobster Boy

“A wonderful read, reminiscent of The Old Man and the Sea” Financial Times.

Skiff Beaman has a big problem. He needs to fix up his family’s fishing boat but he needs a whole heap of money to do it. Neither his father nor his classmate, Tyler, will help.

But Skiff can still hear his mother’s voice telling him “Never give up”. So he comes up with a plan. It’s crazy, it’s dangerous, and it’s going to take all Skiff’s grit and strength. An electrifying read.

Key Stage: KS2/3 E; Age 10+; Paperback
UK RRP: £5.99. Find out more.

Fire Pony

Roy knows that Joe has a dangerous secret…a dark obsession that could explode at any time and send Roy’s dream, and their whole world, up in smoke.

Full of rich detail of life in the American West, Fire Pony is an emotionally charged thriller by an internationally acclaimed author.

Key Stage: KS2/3 E; Age 10+; Paperback
UK RRP: £5.99. Find out more.

50 Science Things to Make and Do

A fresh and exciting approach to the practical world of science, combining creative arts and crafts activities with the basics of physics, chemistry and biology.

Every card contains a separate activity that is beautifully illustrated and shows clear, step-by-step instructions.

Spiral bound to allow easy use and transportation, and means no card will ever get lost!

Key Stage: KS2/3 S; Age 7+; Hardback + spiral
UK RRP: £5.99. Find out more.

Art Skills

A great-value spiralbound edition of this popular title in Usborne’s Art Ideas series, packed with ideas for painting, drawing, printing and making collages.

Includes suggestions for lots of exciting ways to use a variety of different art materials. Spiral-bound to allow easy use and transportation, and means no card will ever get lost!

Key Stage: KS2/3 A; Age 7+; Hardback + spiral
UK RRP: £12.99. Find out more.

Book of Knowledge

A new edition of this incredible reference book packed full of fascinating facts.

Covers an amazing array of subjects from Astronomy to Zoology, and everything in between.

Illustrated with stunning photographs, maps, and original artwork.

A must-have for every family bookshelf.

Key Stage: KS3 E/S; Age 8+; Flexiback
UK RRP: £9.99. Find out more.

50 Soccer Skills

These cards cover all aspects of the game from attack to defence and provide an indispensable guide.

A valuable resource for coaches as well as players, and fantastically portable, making them perfect for use on any occasion.

Full colour photography illustrates the manoeuvres and techniques for each shot and tactic. Accompanied by clear step-by-step instructions. Spiral bound to allow easy use and transportation, and means no card will ever get lost!

Key Stage: KS2/3 PE; Age 8+; Hardback + Spiral
UK RRP: £5.99. Find out more.

The Railway Children with CD

A popular title in the Young Reading series now available with an audio CD featuring both listen-along and read-along recordings of the story.

Young Reading is part of the Usborne Reading Programme, developed with reading expert Alison Kelly to help young readers grow in confidence and ability.

Key Stage: KS1 E; Age 6+; Hardback
UK RRP: £5.99. Find out more.

Ballerinas and Dolls
(Sticker Dolly Dressing)

A collection of two popular titles from the Sticker Dolly Dressing series.

Children can help the characters dress for a variety of different occasions such as the disco, shopping and going for a day at the beach using the colourful and trendy items of clothing on the stickers.

With over 800 stickers to chose from to help the characters look their best.

Key Stage: R/KS1 E; Age 5+; Flexiback
UK RRP: £6.99. Find out more.