The Wind In The Willows

By (author) Sims Lesley; Illustrated by Evangelista Mauro
Short description/annotation
The beloved Kenneth Grahame story The Wind in the Willows, specially retold for children whose reading ability is beginning to grow. The story follows the adventures of four riverside companions: Mole, Ratty, Badger and, of course, the eponymous Mr Toad.
Description
The classic story retold for children growing in reading confidence. Mole, Ratty, Badger and the infamous Mr Toad love nothing more than messing around on the river. But when Mr Toad develops an obsession with motor vehicles, will his friends be able to help before he loses everything? Featuring the charming illustrations of Mauro Evangelista. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
Review quote
''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
Biographical note
Lesley dreamed of being a writer, but studied law as her mother insisted she had "something to fall back on". Since joining Usborne Publishing, she has written and edited hundreds of books, from funny rhyming stories to an award-winning history book. Nowadays, she is often found recording books, too, in Usborne''s very own recording studio.
Biographical note
Lesley dreamed of being a writer, but studied law as her mother insisted she had "something to fall back on". Since joining Usborne Publishing, she has written and edited hundreds of books, from funny rhyming stories to an award-winning history book. Nowadays, she is often found recording books, too, in Usborne''s very own recording studio.