Titles in This Set On a Pirate Ship The Dinosaur The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse How the Elephant Got His Trunk Goldilocks and the Three Bears The Dinosaur Who Lost His Roar The Gingerbread Man The Firebird Aladdin Under the Sea The Wind in the Willows Condition: Brand New Format: Paperback ISBN: 9781474972062 Publisher: Usborne Age Range: Ages 5-7 Overview Bring a treasure trove of much-loved stories into your child's bookshelf with the Usborne 12 Classics Picture Books Collection. This charming paperback set gathers timeless tales, traditional folk stories and gentle retellings, all presented in Usborne's signature accessible picture book style. Perfect for children aged 5 to 7, the collection combines pirates, dinosaurs, fairy tales and riverside adventures in one delightful bundle, ideal for bedtime reading, early independent reading practice, or as a generous gift. About the Books Each story in this collection introduces young readers to classic tales in a fun, accessible format. Sail the high seas with friendly buccaneers in On a Pirate Ship , or travel back in time in The Dinosaur . Traditional tales get a fresh retelling, with The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse and Goldilocks and the Three Bears bringing well-loved stories to life. Younger readers will giggle along with Sid in The Dinosaur Who Lost His Roar , and chase the hero of The Gingerbread Man across the pages. The Firebird introduces a traditional Russian folktale, while Aladdin transports readers to a world of magic. Under the Sea takes little explorers on an oceanic journey, How the Elephant Got His Trunk offers a playful just-so story, and The Wind in the Willows rounds off the set with Kenneth Grahame's much-loved riverbank companions. Together, these stories offer a broad, engaging introduction to classic children's literature, mixing folklore, gentle humour and adventure, illustrated in warm, inviting artwork designed to capture young imaginations. Eleven classic stories in one great value paperback collection Ideal for building early reading confidence and a love of stories Mix of traditional folk tales, fairy tales and gentle adventure stories Bright, engaging illustrations throughout Perfect for bedtime reading or independent reading practice A thoughtful gift for birthdays, Christmas or new readers About the Author This collection brings together stories retold and illustrated by a variety of talented Usborne authors and illustrators, including Benji Davies and Mike and Carl Gordon, among others. Usborne Publishing is a leading UK children's publisher, well known for creating imaginative, beautifully illustrated books that make classic stories and new adventures accessible to young readers. Their picture books are designed with early readers in mind, combining simple, engaging text with vibrant artwork to support both reading development and a genuine enjoyment of storytelling. Why You'll Love This Collection With eleven charming stories in one set, this collection offers brilliant value and variety, giving children a wonderful introduction to timeless tales, folklore and gentle adventure, all in Usborne's trusted, engaging picture book style. Please Note: Book cover and edition may vary slightly from the image shown; you will receive the current UK edition with matching ISBN.