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The Emperor and the Nightingale by Rosie Dickins
$14.00 NZD
Category: Fairytales
Aimed at children aged four and over, each title in this series is a classic story or fable, retold with simple text to delight and inspire any child who is just beginning to read. The series was developed in conjunction with reading expert Allison Kelly.
The Fish That Talked by Rosie Dickins
$21.99 NZD
Category: Learn to Read Books | Series: Usborne First Reading Level 3
This is a new title in the fantastic "First Reading" series, aimed at children who are beginning to read.Based on a traditional Indian tale, the story follows Manu, who one day rescues a tiny talking fish from a stream and gets far more than he bargained for.The luxurious hardback editions foster pride ...Show more
The Greedy Dog by Rosie Dickins
$14.99 NZD
Category: Picture Books | Series: Picture Books
A retelling of the classic Aesop fable, where greedy Dog is fooled by his own reflection. It is suitable for sharing, or for more confident readers to tackle alone.
The Roly Poly Rice Ball (Usborne First Reading Level 2) by Rosie Dickins
$10.99 NZD
Category: Junior Fiction 5-9-year-olds | Series: Usborne First Reading Level 2
A retelling of a Japanese fairy tale, in which a poor woodcutter follows his runaway rice ball to an underground kingdom ruled by magical mice.
The Usborne Art Book About Portraits by Rosie Dickins
$19.99 NZD
Category: Art, Music, Theatre and Dance | Series: My Very First Books
Examine a gallery of famous portraits and learn the stories behind them and the artist, including a decorative portrait of the young Egyptian God, Tutankhamun, a striking painting of Elizabeth Taylor by Andy Warhol and a rare and delicate painting of Queen Elizabeth dressed in beautiful robes and elegan ...Show more
The Usborne Art Colouring Book by Rosie Dickins
$14.99 NZD
Category: Activity Books | Series: Colouring Books
Suitable for young art enthusiasts, this title allows them to learn about some of the famous paintings to be found in the National Gallery, and then, try to recreate them.
The Usborne Bedtime Treasury by Rosie Dickins
$39.99 NZD
Category: Hardback Picture Books | Series: Usborne Illustrated Treasuries
A collection of 25 adventures, myths, fables and fairytales. It includes such stories as "Tom Thumb", "The Elves and the Shoemaker", "Hercules and the Golden Apples" and "The Magic Carpet".
The Usborne Book of Art by Rosie Dickins
$44.99 NZD
Category: General Non-Fiction
Contains hundreds of works of art from the world's major collections. In this title, photographs or artworks are combined with text, a timeline, biographic details of major artists, and an extensive glossary of key terms. It includes internet links to recommended websites that allow readers to access on ...Show more
The Usborne Book of Famous Paintings by Rosie Dickins
$29.99 NZD
Category: General Non-Fiction | Series: Usborne Internet-linked Reference
This book offers a lavish introduction to 35 of the world's best-known, best-loved paintings. It includes the "Mona Lisa", "Girl with a Pearl Earring", Van Gogh's "Sunflowers" and "The Scream". Simple and engaging text gives fascinating information about each painting, artist and art style. It is beauti ...Show more
The Usborne First Book of Art by Rosie Dickins
$19.98 NZD
Category: General Non-Fiction
An inspiring and practical introduction to art and artists for young children, with full-colour reproductions of works by Turner, Monet, Singer Sargent, Delauney and other artists, and things to spot and think about in each of the artworks. Also includes simple art activities inspired by some of the art ...Show more
The Usborne Introduction to Art by Rosie Dickins
$29.99 NZD
Category: General Non-Fiction
Offers an informative and in-depth look at the great themes, techniques, movements and artists from ancient and medieval art up to the present day. It features full-colour photographs, illustrations and clear, concise text.
The Wizard of Oz by Rosie Dickins
$22.99 NZD
Category: Hardback Picture Books
When Dorothy is whizzed to Oz in a tornado, she lands in a place where nothing is quite as it seems. Can she find the Wizard, defeat the Wicked Witch of the West, and be granted her wish to return to Kansas? This is an enchanting picture book of L. Frank Baum's classic story, retold for younger children ...Show more