Gulliver's Travels

An adventure for young readers building confidence

Gill Harvey author Peter Dennis illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published:30th Mar '07

Should be back in stock very soon

Gulliver's Travels cover

This engaging retelling of Gulliver's Travels invites young readers to join Gulliver on his thrilling adventures filled with miniature people and civil strife.

In Gulliver's Travels, the timeless tale by Jonathan Swift is reimagined for young readers who are building their reading skills. This version takes children on an incredible journey alongside Gulliver, who embarks on a grand adventure filled with unexpected encounters. From tiny inhabitants to a tumultuous civil war, the story unfolds with excitement and intrigue as Gulliver finds himself in precarious situations, including a bounty on his head. Young readers will be captivated by the imaginative worlds and the challenges that Gulliver faces.

The narrative not only entertains but also encourages children to develop confidence in their reading abilities. With engaging illustrations and accessible language, Gulliver's Travels is designed to make reading enjoyable and rewarding. As children follow Gulliver's escapades, they will learn valuable lessons about bravery, friendship, and the importance of understanding different perspectives.

Additionally, this edition is part of the Usborne Reading Programme, which has been crafted in collaboration with reading specialists from the University of Roehampton. For an immersive experience, an audio CD is also available, featuring a dramatic listen-along recording complete with music and sound effects, followed by a read-along version that prompts page turns. This thoughtful approach ensures that children not only read but also engage with the story in a multi-sensory way.

'Irresistible for children learning to read' - Child Education Plus; 'The Usborne Young Reading Program has a lovely selection of classic tales adapted for younger readers. Graded in seven levels, these have just enough stretch in them and yet are not too overwhelming' - The Irish Sunday Independent; 'Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme' - Julia Eccleshare

ISBN: 9780746080696

Dimensions: 199mm x 138mm x 11mm

Weight: 210g

64 pages