{"title":"Read with Oxford: Winnie and Wilbur","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"read-with-oxford-winnie-and-wilbur-6-books-collection-set-ages-5-7-paperback","title":"Read with Oxford Winnie and Wilbur 6 Books Collection Set - Ages 5-7 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt's Teatime, Winnie!\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie Dresses Up\u003cbr\u003e\nTidy Up, Winnie!\u003cbr\u003e\nTime Travel Winnie\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie's Awful Auntie\u003cbr\u003e\nTellytastic Winnie\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\n\nPublisher: OUP Oxford\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: Ages 5-7 (Grades K-2)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBring home six giggly, gently magical readers starring Winnie the witch and her clumsy cat Wilbur. Part of the trusted Read with Oxford Stage 5 series, this paperback set pairs two short stories in every title, giving new readers a satisfying sense of finishing a \"real\" book again and again. Bright, wacky illustrations from Korky Paul carry meaning alongside the text, while everyday mishaps and playful spellcasting keep pages turning. Perfect for home shelves, classroom libraries, or a cozy bedtime stack, this collection helps kids aged five to seven build fluency, stamina, and a genuine love of reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis six-book Winnie and Wilbur collection sits at Read with Oxford Stage 5, a level designed for children who have moved past very early readers and are ready for slightly longer, two-story books with short chapters. Each title follows Winnie the witch and her long-suffering cat Wilbur through a fresh slice of everyday chaos, whether that's a tea party gone sideways, a wardrobe full of costume trouble, a tidying spell that backfires, or a time-travel jaunt into the past. The stories are written by veteran children's author Laura Owen and brought to life with Korky Paul's signature scribbly, expressive artwork, which fills nearly every page and gives young readers extra visual clues to support comprehension. Because each book contains two complete stories rather than one long narrative, children get the reward of finishing a story more often, which builds confidence and reading stamina without feeling like a slog. The humor is gentle and character-driven, leaning on Winnie's impulsive magic and Wilbur's exasperated reactions rather than anything scary or complicated. Vocabulary and sentence length are pitched for children reading independently at a Stage 5 level, while themes of curiosity, problem-solving, and family (bossy sisters, visiting aunties, chaotic households) will feel instantly relatable. Teachers and parents alike favor this series for its consistency: predictable structure, familiar characters, and a reliable blend of magic and mess that keeps reluctant readers engaged while nudging them toward more advanced chapter books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix paperback books, each with two complete short stories, for a total of twelve reading adventures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of the trusted, teacher-recommended Read with Oxford leveled reading series, Stage 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright, detailed illustrations by Korky Paul support word recognition and comprehension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort chapters and familiar characters build independent reading confidence and stamina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle humor and light magic appeal to both boys and girls ages 5-7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for classroom libraries, home bookshelves, or as a thoughtful birthday or holiday gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt's Teatime, Winnie! — Winnie's bat friends come to her rescue when her bossy sister arrives for tea, kicking off two lighthearted tales of family mischief.\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie Dresses Up — Winnie sets up her own circus and tries tightrope walking in Big Top Winnie, then dons a costume for a chaotic fancy-dress race in Winnie's Fun Run.\u003cbr\u003e\nTidy Up, Winnie! — Winnie magics up a bubble to escape her messy house in Winnie's Bubble Trouble, then attempts a furniture reorganization spell that has other ideas in Winnie Gets Bossy.\u003cbr\u003e\nTime Travel Winnie — Winnie and Jerry the giant meet an irate cave woman after a trip back in time in Winnie's Time Machine, then time-travel magic helps with a school Egyptian project in Winnie Spells Trouble.\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie's Awful Auntie — A visiting auntie turns Winnie and Wilbur's household upside down in two spell-filled stories about family, patience, and a little bit of chaos.\u003cbr\u003e\nTellytastic Winnie — Inspired by a TV show, Winnie sets off on her own adventure and ends up rescuing a dragon, while Wilbur unexpectedly becomes a television star.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLaura Owen is the author behind the beloved Winnie the Witch and Winnie and Wilbur series, which has introduced generations of young readers to the endearingly chaotic witch and her long-suffering cat. Her stories blend gentle magic, everyday mishaps, and warm humor in a way that appeals to newly independent readers. Illustrator Korky Paul brings Winnie's world to life with his instantly recognizable, wacky artwork, filling every spread with visual detail that supports comprehension. Together, Owen and Paul have made Winnie and Wilbur a staple of early reading programs like Read with Oxford.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWith twelve short stories across six paperbacks, this Stage 5 set makes a fantastic birthday gift, classroom library addition, or stocking stuffer for kids building reading confidence. Familiar characters, cozy chapter lengths, and Korky Paul's lively illustrations keep young readers giggling and turning pages long after summer reading lists are finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laura Owen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57109023916406,"sku":"MAN-PR-U290315-9780192776969","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/winnie-and-wilbur-collection-laura-owen-paperback.jpg?v=1785764960"}],"url":"https:\/\/skymartbooks.com\/collections\/read-with-oxford-winnie-and-wilbur.oembed","provider":"Skymart Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}