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Where do people live in space? How do they get there? What's it like to work, eat and sleep in space? Beginner readers can discover the answers to these questions and lots of other fascinating facts in this engaging information book. With simple text and stunning photographs and illustrations, plus links to websites with video clips and activities.

A fabulous overview of what happens to our waste, from stinking problems and hi tech sorting systems to the importance of make less rubbish in the first place. Includes top tips on how we can reduce and re-use.

What are rainbows made of? How hot is the sun? When do hurricanes happen? Discover the answers to these questions and many more in this fascinating information book, with over 60 flaps to lift. There's also a quiz, a make your own water cycle experiment, and Usborne Quicklinks to specially selected websites for more amazing facts.

This thoughtful book explores how to be kind and why kindness is so important. A range of questions help children and their grown-ups to think, and talk, about being kind to others and ourselves, as well as nature and our planet. Beautiful illustrations by Christine Pym help young children to understand big concepts by setting them in a world of friendly bugs. Plenty to talk about and be inspired by.

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction. Beautifully illustrated and carefully written by language learning experts, the series combines the best of Ladybird content with the structured language progression that will help children develop their reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills. The eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR) and include language activities that provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests. Visit the Ladybird Readers website for more information. The unique code provided in each printed book will provide access to audio, extra activities and learning resources. The Elves and the Shoemaker, a Level 3 Reader, is A1+ in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English A1 Movers tests. The longer text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, some expression of future meaning, comparisons, contractions and relative clauses. ""I can make only one more pair of shoes,"" said the shoemaker. Then, two little elves help him. How can he thank them?

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction. Beautifully illustrated and carefully written by language learning experts, the series combines the best of Ladybird content with the structured language progression that will help children develop their reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills. The eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR) and include language activities that provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests. Visit the Ladybird Readers website for more information. The unique code provided in each printed book will provide access to audio, extra activities and learning resources. The Magic Porridge Pot, a Level 1 Reader, is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 Starters tests. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives. One day, an old woman gives a little girl a magic porridge pot. The little pot cooks some porridge. Now, there is too much porridge!

Old Brown has Peter Rabbit's dad's book. Peter, Benjamin and Lily want it back. The three friends must go to Old Brown's island! Ladybird Readers is a graded reading series of traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction, written for young learners of English as a foreign or second language. Beautifully illustrated and carefully written, the series combines the best of Ladybird content with the structured language progression that will help children develop their reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills. The four levels of Readers and Activity Books follow the CEFR framework and include language activities that provide preparation for the Cambridge English: Young Learners (YLE) Starters, Movers and Flyers exams. Peter Rabbit Goes to the Island, a Level 1 Reader, is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Starters exams. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives.

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction. Beautifully illustrated and carefully written by language learning experts, the series combines the best of Ladybird content with the structured language progression that will help children develop their reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills. The eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR) and include language activities that provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests. Visit the Ladybird Readers website for more information. The unique code provided in each printed book will provide access to audio, extra activities and learning resources. Peppa Pig: Fun with Old Things, a Level 1 Reader, is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 Starters tests. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives. Peppa and her family have lots of fun with old things, But then Miss Rabbit gets Daddy Pig's car!

Little learners will love this interactive book filled with fun facts, questions, and some hilariously out-of-place things on a building site. Will they find the teddy driving the digger, or the croissant in the toolkit? Whether comparing two pictures to find the differences, or looking for the odd one out in repeated patterns, young readers will develop observational skills, and they'll be having so much fun they won't even know they're learning! With amazing facts and questions on every page, Spot the Difference Building Site is the perfect activity book for little ones aged 2 to 5 to learn about a building site and have fun doing it.

Topsy and Tim like going to the farm. They help the farmer, get some eggs, see the animals, and give a calf some milk. Ladybird Readers is a graded reading series of traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction, written for young learners of English as a foreign or second language. Beautifully illustrated and carefully written, the series combines the best of Ladybird content with the structured language progression that will help children develop their reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills. The eight levels of Readers and Activity Books follow the CEFR framework and include language activities that provide preparation for the Cambridge English: Young Learners (YLE) Starters, Movers and Flyers exams. Topsy and Tim Go to the Farm, a Level 1 Reader, is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Starters exams. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives.

""Let's have a rummage sale,"" says Madame Gazelle. Peppa and her friends give some old toys. What can Daddy Pig give? Ladybird Readers is a graded reading series of traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction, written for young learners of English as a foreign or second language. Beautifully illustrated and carefully written, the series combines the best of Ladybird content with the structured language progression that will help children develop their reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills. The eight levels of Readers and Activity Books follow the CEFR framework and include language activities that provide preparation for the Cambridge English: Young Learners (YLE) exams. Peppa Pig: Daddy Pig's Old Chair, a Level 1 Reader, is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Starters exams. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives.

Peppa and her friends went on a school trip. They had a big picnic, and saw some ducks. Peppa and her friends love school trips! Ladybird Readers is a graded reading series of traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction, written for young learners of English as a foreign or second language. Beautifully illustrated and carefully written, the series combines the best of Ladybird content with the structured language progression that will help children develop their reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills. The eight levels of Readers and Activity Books follow the CEFR framework and include language activities that provide preparation for the Cambridge English: Young Learners (YLE) exams. Peppa Pig: School Trip, a Level 2 Reader, is A1 in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Movers exams. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, introducing the past tense and some simple adverbs.

The world has many great buildings. Find out about the tallest skyscrapers, longest bridges and strongest statues. Ladybird Readers is a graded reading series of traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction, written for young learners of English as a foreign or second language. Beautifully illustrated and carefully written, the series combines the best of Ladybird content with the structured language progression that will help children develop their reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills. The eight levels of Readers and Activity Books follow the CEFR framework and include language activities that provide preparation for the Cambridge English: Young Learners (YLE) exams. Great Buildings, a Level 3 Reader, is A1+ in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Movers exams. The longer text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, some expression of future meaning, comparisons, contractions and relative clauses.

Rex is a big dinosaur. He sees some small dinosaurs. They are playing. ""Can I play, too?"" asks Rex. Ladybird Readers is a graded reading series of traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction, written for young learners of English as a foreign or second language. Beautifully illustrated and carefully written, the series combines the best of Ladybird content with the structured language progression that will help children develop their reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills. The five levels of Readers and Activity Books follow the CEFR framework and include language activities that provide preparation for the Cambridge English: Young Learners (YLE) Starters, Movers and Flyers exams. Rex the Dinosaur, a Level 1 Reader, is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Starters exams. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives.

Twilight Sparkle jumped from her bed. ""It's the end of winter,"" she said. ""Spring must come soon, and the ponies must help!"" Ladybird Readers is a graded reading series of traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction, written for young learners of English as a foreign or second language. Beautifully illustrated and carefully written, the series combines the best of Ladybird content with the structured language progression that will help children develop their reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills. The five levels of Readers and Activity Books follow the CEFR framework and include language activities that provide preparation for the Cambridge English: Young Learners (YLE) Starters, Movers and Flyers exams. My Little Pony: Spring is Here, a Level 2 Reader, is A1 in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Movers exams. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, introducing the past tense and some simple adverbs.

Some deserts are hot, and some deserts are cold. There is not much water in deserts, and it is difficult for animals to live in them. Ladybird Readers is a graded reading series of traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction, written for young learners of English as a foreign or second language. Beautifully illustrated and carefully written, the series combines the best of Ladybird content with the structured language progression that will help children develop their reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills. The six levels of Readers and Activity Books follow the CEFR framework and include language activities that provide preparation for the Cambridge English: Young Learners (YLE) exams. BBC Earth: Deserts, a Level 1 Reader, is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Starters exams. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives.

Apple Bloom, Scootaloo, and Sweetie Belle wrote newspaper stories about their friends. Were their friends happy? Ladybird Readers is a graded reading series of traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction, written for young learners of English as a foreign or second language. Beautifully illustrated and carefully written, the series combines the best of Ladybird content with the structured language progression that will help children develop their reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills. The six levels of Readers and Activity Books follow the CEFR framework and include language activities that provide preparation for the Cambridge English: Young Learners (YLE) exams. My Little Pony: The Pony School News, a Level 3 Reader, is A1+ in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Movers exams. The longer text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, some expression of future meaning, comparisons, contractions and relative clauses.

Peppa and her friends loved playing football. Which team kicked the ball into the wrong goal? Ladybird Readers is a graded reading series of traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction, written for young learners of English as a foreign or second language. Beautifully illustrated and carefully written, the series combines the best of Ladybird content with the structured language progression that will help children develop their reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills. The six levels of Readers and Activity Books follow the CEFR framework and include language activities that provide preparation for the Cambridge English: Young Learners (YLE) exams. Peppa Pig: Playing Football, a Level 2 Reader, is A1 in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Movers exams. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, introducing the past tense and some simple adverbs.

One morning, Pom Pom wakes up, and he is VERY grumpy. He does not play with his friends, because he is too grumpy! Ladybird Readers is a graded reading series of traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction, written for young learners of English as a foreign or second language. Recommended for children aged 4+, the six levels of Readers and Activity Books follow the CEFR framework (Pre-A1 to A2) and include language activities that help develop key skills and provide preparation for the Cambridge English: Young Learners (YLE) exams. This Level 1 Reader is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Starters exams. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives.

It is Moomin's birthday! He gets a gold button. Why are Moomin's friends not talking to him? Ladybird Readers is a graded reading series of traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction, written for young learners of English as a foreign or second language. Recommended for children aged 4+, the six levels of Readers and Activity Books follow the CEFR framework (Pre-A1 to A2) and include language activities that help develop key skills and provide preparation for the Cambridge English: Young Learners (YLE) exams. This Level 1 Reader is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Starters exams. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives.

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction. * Beautifully illustrated books, carefully written by language learning experts * Structured language progression to develop children's reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills * Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR) * Language activities provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests * A unique code in each printed book provides access to online audio, extra activities and learning resources Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, a Level 3 Reader, is A1+ in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English A1 Movers tests. The longer text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, some expression of future meaning, comparisons, contractions and relative clauses. Charlie wants to find a Golden Ticket inside a chocolate bar. Then, he can visit Mr. Wonka's famous chocolate factory. Visit the Ladybird Education website for more information.

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction. * Beautifully illustrated books, carefully written by language learning experts * Structured language progression to develop children's reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills * Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR) * Language activities provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests * A unique code in each printed book provides access to online audio, extra activities and learning resources James and the Giant Peach, a Level 2 Reader, is A1 in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English A1 Movers tests. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, introducing the past tense and some simple adverbs. There is a giant peach in the tree. James went inside the peach. What did he find? Visit the Ladybird Education website for more information.

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction. Beautifully illustrated and carefully written by language learning experts, the series combines the best of Ladybird content with the structured language progression that will help children develop their reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills. The eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR) and include language activities that provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests. Visit the Ladybird Readers website for more information. The unique code provided in each printed book will provide access to audio, extra activities and learning resources. Ladybird Readers Starter Level 9: Vick the Vet, aStarter level Reader, introduces phonics and sight words. Each book contains two versions of the story: the first with single words focusing on phonics, with the emphasis on letter recognition and pronunciation; the second with short sentences introducing sight words. Phonics: j v w x y z qu Sight words: did well will Theme: Helping others

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction. Beautifully illustrated and carefully written by language learning experts, the series combines the best of Ladybird content with the structured language progression that will help children develop their reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills. The eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR) and include language activities that provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests. Visit the Ladybird Readers website for more information. The unique code provided in each printed book will provide access to audio, extra activities and learning resources. Ladybird Reader Starter Level 10: Dash and Thud, aStarter level Reader, introduces phonics and sight words. Each book contains two versions of the story: the first with single words focusing on phonics, with the emphasis on letter recognition and pronunciation; the second with short sentences introducing sight words. Phonics: ch sh th ng Sight words: if ran then they with yes Theme: Looking after each other

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction. Beautifully illustrated and carefully written by language learning experts, the series combines the best of Ladybird content with the structured language progression that will help children develop their reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills. The eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR) and include language activities that provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests. Visit the Ladybird Readers website for more information. The unique code provided in each printed book will provide access to audio, extra activities and learning resources. Ladybird Readers Starter Level 11: Big Bad Bash, a Starter level Reader, introduces phonics and sight words. Each book contains two versions of the story: the first with single words focusing on phonics, with the emphasis on letter recognition and pronunciation; the second with short sentences introducing sight words. Phonics: ch sh th ng Sight words: big long that this Theme: Friendship

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction. Beautifully illustrated and carefully written by language learning experts, the series combines the best of Ladybird content with the structured language progression that will help children develop their reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills. The eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR) and include language activities that provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests. Visit the Ladybird Readers website for more information. The unique code provided in each printed book will provide access to audio, extra activities and learning resources. Ladybird Readers Starter Level 11: Big Bad Bash, a Starter level Reader, introduces phonics and sight words. Each book contains two versions of the story: the first with single words focusing on phonics, with the emphasis on letter recognition and pronunciation; the second with short sentences introducing sight words. Phonics: ch sh th ng Sight words: big long that this Theme: Friendship

Go on a first words adventure with a friendly ladybird as you follow finger trails and explore exciting, peep-through, cut-out pages in this playful learning book. Bright illustrated scenes feature first word topics that stimulate early learning, with clear labels for each picture and fun rhymes to read aloud. See a teddy, doll, ball, dog, and bricks in the playroom, a tree, cat, butterfly, and flowers in the garden, favourite animals on the farm, a car, bus, plane, and train around town, and more. Preschoolers will soon be pointing to all the things and naming them as they follow the finger trails, look through the peepholes, and join in with the first word game. Five popular preschool early learning topics are covered (things in the garden, toys, food, vehicles, and farm animals) and there are more than 35 first words to learn helping language and early reading development. The finger trails and peep-through pages develop observation and book-handling skills, and encourage fine motor control. With an enticing die-cut cover, charming artwork, and exciting, real-life photos that build knowledge, this colourful toddler first word book is a great way to help your little one learn before starting school. It will appeal to toddlers' and preschoolers' imaginations as they join in with Little Ladybird and say each word!

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction. * Beautifully illustrated books, carefully written by language learning experts * Structured language progression to develop children's reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills * Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR) * Language activities provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests * A unique code in each printed book provides access to online audio, extra activities and learning resources Ladybird Readers Level 1: The Tortoise and the Hare, a Level 1 Reader, is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 Starters tests. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives. Hare can run and jump. Tortoise can walk. Hare and Tortoise have a race, but can Tortoise win? Hare is fast and he is slow! Visit the Ladybird Education website for more information.

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction. * Beautifully illustrated books, carefully written by language learning experts * Structured language progression to develop children's reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills * Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR) * Language activities provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests * A unique code in each printed book provides access to online audio, extra activities and learning resources Ladybird Readers Level 2: Pocahontas, a Level 2 Reader, is A1 in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English A1 Movers tests. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, introducing the past tense and some simple adverbs. Powhatan is the Chief of a tribe. Pocahontas is his daughter. They live in a fine village. Then, English men came in big boats. Visit the Ladybird Education website for more information.

Recommended for children aged 3-11, the eight levels of Ladybird Readers follow the CEFR framework (Pre-A1 to A2+) and include activities that develop key skills and provide preparation for the Cambridge English tests. This Level 2 Reader is A1 in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English A1 Movers tests. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, introducing the past tense and some simple adverbs. It is Christmas. The toymaker gives Clara a present. The present is the Nutcracker! Clara has a dream. She flies to Candy Land and meets the Sugarplum Fairy!

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction. * Beautifully illustrated books, carefully written by language learning experts * Structured language progression to develop children's reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills * Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR) * Language activities provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests * A unique code in each printed book provides access to online audio, extra activities and learning resources Masha and the Bear: Washing Day, a Level 1 Reader, is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 Starters tests. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives. It is washing day for Bear. Masha is dirty-again and again! Bear washes Masha's clothes-again and again. Bear is tired! Visit the Ladybird Education website for more information.

Travel through history and reach new heights with this breath-taking children's reference book, all about jets, planes, and other sensational flying machines. Hop aboard the agile blackbird spy plane as you become a pilot for the secret service, perform loops and flips in the streamlined stunt plane, and compete against the best of the best in the magnificent microlight plane, in this informative children's reference book. Touch the skies and discover all about the different features of these aerodynamic aircrafts, and what makes them so exciting. With fascinating facts, and beautiful, close-up photography, this children's book brings these wonderful flying machines to life, and captivates and inspires its young readers. Did you know that some jumbo jets can carry up to 660 passengers? Or that the blades on a chinook helicopter spin at around 225 times per minute? There are thousands and thousands of winged machines in the world, both past and present, so there is plenty to explore in this kid's plane book. Whether they are budding pilots, or airplane enthusiasts, this reference book is perfect for young readers with an appetite for information all about planes, jets, and other magnificent machines that defy gravity.

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction. * Beautifully illustrated books, carefully written by language learning experts * Structured language progression to develop children's reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills * Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR) * Language activities provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests * A unique code in each printed book provides access to online audio, extra activities and learning resources The Camping Holiday, a Level 2 Reader, is A1 in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English A1 Movers tests. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, introducing the past tense and some simple adverbs. The ponies go camping for the weekend. Bugs come to their camp, so the ponies go into a cave! Scootaloo doesn't like the cave. Visit the Ladybird Education website for more information.

Recommended for children aged 3-11, the eight levels of Ladybird Readers follow the CEFR framework (Pre-A1 to A2+) and include activities that develop key skills and provide preparation for the Cambridge English tests. This Level 6 Reader is A2+ in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English A2 Flyers tests and KET exams. The longer text is made up of sentences with up to four clauses, more complex past and future tense structures, passives and time clauses. Can you imagine life before the internet, telephones, or the wheel? Great inventions can change the world!

"Sunday Times #1 Bestseller. New York Times #1 Bestseller. The global bestseller - Origin is the latest Robert Langdon novel from the author of The Da Vinci Code.'Fans will not be disappointed' The TimesRobert Langdon, Harvard professor of symbology and religious iconology, arrives at the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao to attend the unveiling of an astonishing scientific breakthrough. The evening's host is billionaire Edmond Kirsch, a futurist whose dazzling high-tech inventions and audacious predictions have made him a controversial figure around the world.But Langdon and several hundred guests are left reeling when the meticulously orchestrated evening is suddenly blown apart. There is a real danger that Kirsch's precious discovery may be lost in the ensuing chaos. With his life under threat, Langdon is forced into a desperate bid to escape Bilbao, taking with him the museum's director, Ambra Vidal. Together they flee to Barcelona on a perilous quest to locate a cryptic password that will unlock Kirsch's secret.To evade a devious enemy who is one step ahead of them at every turn, Langdon and Vidal must navigate the labyrinthine passageways of extreme religion and hidden history. On a trail marked only by enigmatic symbols and elusive modern art, Langdon and Vidal will come face-to-face with a breathtaking truth that has remained buried - until now.'Dan Brown is the master of the intellectual cliffhanger' Wall Street Journal'As engaging a hero as you could wish for' Mail on Sunday'For anyone who wants more brain-food than thrillers normally provide' Sunday Times"

"Did you ever have a friend who made you see the world differently?Stan did, and his name was Charlie. They crossed paths by chance one day, cycling on Goshawk Common. Fearless, clever, older, Charlie was everything Stan - bullied and adrift after his father's death - wanted to be. Charlie taught Stan to ask questions, to stand on his own two feet. But could their friendship endure in a world that offered these two boys such different prospects?When the two meet again, as adults, the tables have turned, and while Stan is revelling in all the city has to offer, Charlie is the one struggling. But will Stan be there for the man who once showed him the meaning of loyalty?"

•L’apprenant est invité à enrichir son lexique, à mémoriser et à exprimer son opinion à l’écrit. •10 bilans linguistiques et 10 préparations au DELF. •Les transcriptions et les corrigés sont consultables à la fin du cahier. • The learner is invited to enrich his vocabulary, to memorize and to express his opinion in writing. • 10 language assessments and 10 DELF preparations. • Transcriptions and answers are available at the end of the book.

THE ONE WITH THE HOME IMPROVEMENTS The fourteenth laugh-out-loud, fully-illustrated Diary of a Wimpy Kid book from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney! A global phenomenon with 250 million copies of the series sold worldwide! This paperback edition features EPIC fluorescent sprayed edges!! Big changes are in store for Greg Heffley and his family. They are making home improvements! But with unwelcome critters, toxic mould and the walls coming down, soon Greg discovers renovations aren't all they are cracked up to be. When the dust finally settles, will the Heffleys be able to stay . . . or will they need to get out of town? WHAT'S IN DIARY OF A WIMPY KID? 50% words, 50% cartoons, 100% hilarious! Stories that all readers can't wait to get their hands on Laughter guaranteed! *BRAND NEW* DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: THE DEEP END IS OUT NOW! And DON'T MISS an all-new fantasy from Greg's best friend in Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Adventure, the follow-up to the instant #1 bestseller Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson's Journal. 'Kinney is right up there with J K Rowling as one of the bestselling children's authors on the planet' Independent

In The Deep End, book 15 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney, Greg Heffley and his family hit the road for a cross-country camping trip, ready for the adventure of a lifetime. But things take an unexpected turn, and they find themselves stranded at a campsite that's not exactly a summertime paradise. When the skies open up and the water starts to rise, the Heffleys wonder if they can save their vacation - or if they're already in too deep. And don't miss Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Adventure, an all-new fantasy from Greg's best friend - the follow-up to the instant #1 bestseller Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson's Journal.

Surrounded by idiots at work? Fed up with a bad boss or lazy colleagues? Thomas Erikson, author of the runaway international bestseller Surrounded by Idiots, will help you handle them and get things done, the right way Why is good leadership so rare? Everyone has to manage up to some extent but frankly some bosses are worse than others. If you're being driven crazy by a micro-manager, frequently drown under your boss's unreasonable expectations or struggle with being handed out responsibilities but no authority international behavioural expert Thomas Erikson is here to help. Drawing on the simple four-colour system that made Surrounded by Idiots a global bestseller, Erikson shows how understanding your boss's behavioural tendencies as well as your own will lead to a more harmonious and productive workplace. He also sets out what characterises an exemplary leader type and how you can adapt your behaviour to model it. Because there are two sides to every coin, Erikson also looks at employees themselves and why some colleagues frequently underachieve and what you can do to change this. Written with Erikson's signature humour and warmth, Surrounded by Bad Bosses (and Lazy Employees) will help you deal with the most hopeless managers and employees you can imagine - and keep you entertained along the way.

Grand-mère Sucre et Grand-père Chocolat s’aiment. Ils se disent des mots doux, doux, doux. Mais un jour de grande colère, ils se disent des mots durs comme la pierre. Quels mots vont-ils inventer pour se réconcilier ?

Il tait une fois Jack, un pauvre garon qui vivait avec sa mre dans une toute petite maison. Ils taient trs heureux ensemble. Mais un jour, Jack et sa maman n'avaient plus d'argent pour acheter manger. "Va au march avec notre vache et vends-la, dit la mre de Jack. Demandes-en assez d'argent, car il ne nous reste rien d'autre." Au march, Jack rencontra un fermier trs rus. "Cette vache me serait bien utile, dit le fermier. Je n'ai pas d'argent, mais peut-tre pouvons-nous faire un change Avec ces haricots magiques, tu deviendras riche comme un roi.

Il tait une fois, il y a bien longtemps, dans un pays dbordant d'arbres et de fleurs, un roi et une reine qui s'aimaient tendrement. Leur souhait le plus cher tait d'avoir un enfant. Aprs des annes d'attente, ils eurent finalement une petite fille. Le roi tait si heureux qu'il organisa une grande fte. Tout le monde tait invit : la famille, les amis et toutes les bonnes fes qui vivaient dans le royaume. Mais une des fes ne fut pas invite. "Vous ne perdez rien pour attendre", dit-elle en colre.

C'est l'histoire d'une moufle rouge déposée par le vent sur la neige du chemin. Souris vient à passer par là. - Quelle aubaine ! Une maison de laine ! Y'a quelqu'un ? - Un conte d'origine russe.

Cette histoire commence il ya bien longtemps, par une froide soirée d'hiver. Tout le pays était recouvert d'une épaisse couche de neige. Dans une minuscule maison vivait une gentille petite fille. Sa maman et son papa étaient pauvres et n'avaient pas d'argent pour acheter un sapin de Noël. Ils n'avaient même pas d'argent pour acheter à manger ...

Cette histoire se déroule il y a bien longtemps, au printemps, dans la ferme d'un charmant petit village. Sous un gros buisson près du ruisseau, maman cane couvait cinq oeufs. Après une longue attente, quatre petits canetons apparurent en piaillant. Cependant, le plus gros oeuf n'avait pas encore éclos. Quand il finit par s'ouvrir, un caneton grand et laid sortit. "Tu n'es pas un petit canard, s'exclama maman cane. Qui peut bien être ta maman ?

Il tait une fois un pauvre meunier qui avait trois fils. Ils travaillaient ensemble au moulin. Quand le meunier fut vieux et malade, il dit ses enfants : "A ma mort, je laisserai le moulin mon fils an". Le deuxime fils reut l'ne robuste, et le cadet le chat. "Pourquoi ne reois-je qu'un chat ronchonnait le plus jeune fils. Si mes frres travaillent ensemble, ils peuvent gagner beaucoup d'argent. Moi, je resterai toujours pauvre". Le chat le regarda et dit : "Ne crains rien. Je peux faire de toi un homme riche !".

Tout comme son papa, Ouistiti veut faire la cuisine. Aidé de son amie la Souris, il décide de préparer un gâteau au chocolat et à la confiture. Aujourd'hui, il veut tout faire tout seul : verser la farine dans le saladier, casser les oeufs... et surtout croquer les morceaux de chocolat !

Les fameuses fables de La Fontaine sont des classiques incontournables de la littérature française. Chaque morale finale, abordée avec douceur et couleurs, sera facilement assimilée par les enfants via ces petits livres au prix imbattable. Les illustrations amusantes et colorées d'Ailie Busby viendront les émerveiller lors de la lecture.

Les fameuses fables de La Fontaine sont des classiques incontournables de la littérature française. Chaque morale finale, abordée avec douceur et couleurs, sera facilement assimilée par les enfants via ces petits livres au prix imbattable. Les illustrations amusantes et colorées d'Ailie Busby viendront les émerveiller lors de la lecture.