Author: Lesley Sims

Hares are fast, and tortoises are slow - everyone knows that! But sometimes, winning a race isn't just about being fastest, it's also about just ge...

How does a tiny little acorn become a magnificent, mighty oak tree that is home to over 2000 species? This inventive information book, specially wr...

Have you ever heard the song of a nightingale? The Emperor hadn't - but when he did, he became so entranced he just had to try to capture it for hi...

A sweet retelling of one of the most famous fairy tales in the world, specially adapted for toddlers. Cinderella's father isn't dead - only away - ...

Snuggle up with Poppy and Sam, and enjoy these ten gentle tales of their adventures on Apple Tree Farm. Stories include a runaway tractor, a journe...

Sam's best friend is a dragon! But when the townsfolk find out, they are terrified. Send for St George, the dragon fighter, they cry. Now it's up t...

The story of a crafty fox, a foolish crow and a mouth-watering chunk of cheese. This lively retelling of a classic fable by Aesop has been special...

Long, long ago, the gods made the very first tree... and it could talk! Was it happy, you ask? It was not. The Baobab Tree whinged and moaned, it g...

The essential survival guide for novice soldiers about how to stay alive in the Roman Army. Reveals all the gruesome truths of life in the Roman ar...

Alek and Ivan live simply by the sea until the day Alek catches a magic fish. Ivan wishes for more, and more, and more, until... he makes one wish ...

How does a little blob floating in jelly turn into a hopping, croaking frog? This inventive information book, specially written for little children...

Run, run, as fast as you can. You cant catch me, Im the gingerbread man! A fresh retelling of the well-loved story, complete with a baby-friendly e...

Join Gerda on her magical journey to rescue her friend Kay from the evil Snow Queen. Press the sound buttons to hear a clear, lively reading of the...

Lizard has decided to make a snow machine. The trouble is, once it starts to snow, he cant make it stop... This entertaining story for beginner re...

Tom Town Mouse is off to visit his cousin, Cora, in the country. It will be great! says his friend, but Tom is not so sure. A charming retelling ...

Brush the pages of this book with water and see the fairies and flowers in the enchanted garden burst into beautiful colour! There are 16 scenes to...

See fabulous fairy palaces magically burst into colour in this delightful activity book. Each page has a beautiful, black and white illustration wh...

One of the world''s most famous fairy tales, beautifully illustrated and charmingly retold for little children. Snow White is the kindest and prett...

Wrap up warmly and join Gerda on her quest to rescue her best friend from the icy clutches of the wicked Snow Queen. This charming retelling of Han...

This lively rhyming story with irresistible illustrations and phonic repetition is a delight to share with very young children. It can also be enjo...

Axolotl longs for adventure. One day, she finds an old bottle with something amazing inside. What could it be? This entertaining story for beginner...

This humorous rhyming story with colourful illustrations and phonic repetition has been specially written for children who are learning to read. Wh...

This humorous guide to Ancient Greece is crammed with information and advice for time-tourists. Each illustrated page is full of things to see and ...

This delightfully illustrated collection of six lively stories is ideal for sharing with young children who are learning to read. Children will lov...

A retelling of an Indian folktale about a time when elephants could fly...but flying elephants can mean big trouble! English Learner's Editions are...

Seal loves her new speed boat, but she keeps going too fast! Can she learn to be more careful? This entertaining story for beginner readers has sim...

Stories of the best known and best loved ballets, beautifully told, including Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, Sleeping Beauty, Coppelia, La Sylphide and...

Eight delightful tales of heart-warming fun and adventure. Stories include King Donkey Ears, The Enormous Turnip, Danny the Dragon, The Inch Prince...