Dyslexia

It is important that children with dyslexia and other reading difficulties are given the chance to enjoy brilliant books.

Audio books (books on CD) are a great way to read great books (classic and modern) without having to worry about struggling with the written word.

You can find our Audio books by clicking here.

A popular publisher of books for children with dyslexia and reluctant readers is Barrington Stoke. Their books are in the fiction pages (books suitable for children with reading difficulties are marked with RR and the reading age level). For example, please see the 10 upwards fiction section.

We have also compiled here a list of books that have a lower reading level, or classics that have been rewritten for readers with a lower level.

This list is by no means complete, so please email us if you have any special requests.

Usborne Young Reading Series Three

Above are sample pages from Bleak House and Don Quixote.

Series three of the Reading Scheme combines good stories with easy reading text.

There are some original stories as well as re-written classics.

The reading level of the books is in line with Key Stage 2 levels, so would be suitable for readers with a reading age of 7 and upwards.

Alexander the Great

From the series that brings to life the fascinating lives of famous historical figures

Lively speech, gentle humour and full-colour illustrations bring you closer to the action as the story unfolds

Learn about Alexander the Great's achievements, tribulations and triumphs.

£4.99

Animals at War

Inspiring tales of the often heroic roles animals have played in modern and ancient wars.

Published in association with the Imperial War Museum.

From Hannibal’s elephants to World War One carrier pigeons and parachuting dogs in World War Two, you can discover how extraordinary animals have shaped the course of conflicts across the centuries.

£4.99

Anne Frank

A thoughtful account of the extraordinary life of Anne Frank for young readers. Lively narrative text, colourful illustrations and photographs bring the subject alive.

Includes essential facts and insightful details to help you understand her life and times, and internet links to recommended websites to find out more about her.

£4.99

Beowulf

The classic story is fabulously illustrated and retold.

Fearsome monsters stalk the moors of ancient Denmark, murdering anyone they catch. But then a warrior comes from overseas. His name is Beowulf. He kills monsters…

£4.99

Bleak House

Based on Charles Dickens’s most complex novel, Bleak House is a suspenseful tale of secrets, lies and money.

With internet links to find out more about the life and times of Charles Dickens.

£4.99

Little Women

A re-telling of the beloved Louisa May-Alcott story for younger children.

The inspirational story follows the fortunes of the March sisters as they struggle through the American Civil War and learn the importance of love, family and following their dreams.

£4.99

Don Quixote

The retold version of the classic story of misadventure by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra.

Don Quixote thinks he’s a knight, just like in the days of old - he even has a squire. Of course, these days, there are no dragons to fight, but a thing like that doesn’t stop him, as he drags his squire on one madcap adventure after another…

£4.99

Stories of Vampires

Three stories of young heroes and heroines meeting pale and mysterious strangers. Who should they trust; and will they survive the night?

£4.99

The Count of Monte Cristo

The classic tale of adventure and revenge by Alexandre Dumas.

Who is the mysterious Count of Monte Cristo and how did he acquire his magnificent wealth? A rip-roaring tale of adventure – from a daring prison escape to a hunt for hidden treasure and a duel at dawn.

£4.99

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Jack London's White Fang

White Fang is half-wolf, half dog. This is the story of his epic journey from cub to sled dog to fighting dog. Living in harsh surroundings with brutal owners, every day is a battle for survival.

£4.99

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Charles Dickens's Little Dorrit

Set against various backdrops including the Marshalsea Debtor's "Prison, Bleeding Heart Yard (a Victorian slum)" and the glittering cities of Europe, this is full of the usual Dickens themes: love, honour, loyalty, betrayal and hypocrisy.

£4.99

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Barrington Stoke - Selected Titles

Young Merlin RR8

Merlin always knew he was different from other children. He has the power to shape the future - if the King doesn't kill him first! Action-packed retelling of the Arthurian legend.

ISBN: 9781842997048

£5.99

The Perfect Rebel RR8

The life of suffragette activist Emily Davison, who fought, suffered and finally sacrificed her life in the fight for votes for women.

ISBN: 9781842997543

£5.99

The Night Runner RR6.5

What is the mysterious shape Greg sees when he trains on moonlit nights? Ghostly sport story.

ISBN: 9781842996591

£5.99

FYI Black Death RR8

A young sailor returns to his village , and is accused of bringing the plague with him. Haunting story of the epidemic in medieval England, with historical facts.

ISBN: 9781842997659

£5.99

FYI Dino-Hunter RR8

Mac Young is on a dinosaur fossil dig in the Gobi desert. He thinks it's boring until he's transported back to the Time of the Dinosaurs!

They can smell his blood. They can smell his fear! The Dino-Hunter is being hunted!

ISBN: 9781842998205

£5.99

Solo - Web RR6.5

Max helps Tim do his homework. Tim thinks Max is a good friend. But Max asks for money. More and more money. Tim can't pay. Max has him trapped like a fly in a web.

ISBN 9781842997772

£6.99

Solo- Extreme Race RR6.5

Max and Ben plan to run 150 miles across the Sahara desert, to raise money for Ben's sick sister. Will they survive sandstorms, sunburn, freezing nights and 40C days - and finish the race?

ISBN: 9781842998335

£6.99

The Five Lords of Pain RR8

A new series by James Lovegrove

Tom Yamada seems like any 15-year-old but he's actually a supreme martial artist, training daily to face a terrifying challenge when he turns 30. It's his destiny to fight the 5 Lords of Pain - demons who have been trying to break into our world for centuries. But something's gone wrong. Tom must face the 5 Lords now - and no way is he ready. If he loses, a new Dark Age will begin. No pressure, then ...