Usbourne First Reading King Midas and the Gold

📖 Overview:

• Author: Alex Frith

• Illustrator: Simona Sanfilippo

• Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

• Publication Date: 31 October 2008

• ISBN: 9780746096871

• Format: Hardcover or paperback

• Pages: 32

• Reading Age: 4–7 years

• Series: Usborne First Reading Level 1

🌟 Story Summary:

A lively retelling of the classic Greek myth. King Midas loves gold—so much that he wishes everything he touches would turn into it. But when his wish comes true, he quickly learns that greed has consequences. A gentle moral tale with engaging illustrations and simple text for beginner readers.

🎯 Educational Value:

• Developed with reading experts from Roehampton University

• Includes reading-related puzzles at the end

• Perfect for children starting to read with light support