Lesley Sims

Spider wishes she could fly, so she builds her very own glider. But when danger strikes, can Spider save the day? This entertaining story for beginner readers has simple rhyming text and stylish illustrations throughout. A delight to share with very young children, and with parents notes on phonics at the back of the book.

"Susanna is visiting her poorly friend, Sloth, taking a bunch of bananas as a present, but her attempts to cheer him up go horribly wrong...."--Provided by publisher.

Cheeky Chimp has a limp ... or does he? Follow his extremely tall tale as he explains why he cannot possibly help Cheetah. A fun story, specially written to develop phonemic awareness, with wonderful illustrations by David Semple. This book is ideal both for reading aloud and for children who are beginning to read for themselves.

"It's Halloween and Parakeet is busy carving pumpkins and icing spooky treats. But when her friends come to call, they get a shock. Is that a GHOST who answers the door?"--Provided by publisher.

Then I'll HUFF and I'll PUFF and I'll blow your house down!" cried the wolf. Find out what happens when the three little pigs build homes made of straw, sticks, and bricks.

A collection of six funny rhyming stories, specially written to develop phonemic awareness, with lively illustrations by David Semple. From a poodle drawing doodles and a lizard in a blizzard to unicorns in uniforms, these stories will delight readers.

Outwit trolls with the Billy Goats Gruff, bake bread with the Little Red Hen, laugh at the pranks of Puss in Boots, and more, in these delightful animal adventures. Reports show that reading or being read to for ten minutes every day will significantly improve children's reading skills. This short story collection supports this - each story taking about ten minutes to read. Ideal for sharing with younger children; as children learn to read on their...