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Revised and updated to include 187,000 entries and definitions, 4,500 illustrations, and 600 illustrated panels, the "Illustrated Oxford Dictionary" is attractive and easy to use. Full color. 1,008.
This authoritative and accessible dictionary uses a unique combination of carefully verified definitions and clearly labelled images to explain even the most complex of topics. 187, 000 clear, concise definitions and entries cover general vocabulary - including English words from around the world - as well as specialist, technical, rare and new words and phrases. 4, 500 carefully selected images provide instant visual definitions and deepen understanding of the text entries 600 eye-catching illustrated feature panels offer more information on a wide range of topics - from science and technology to natural history, art and music.
This new 2007 edition of the Oxford Junior Illustrated Dictionary features over 10,000 entries in alphabetical order, in a clear and accessible design, with many new photographs and illustrations. Each page is colourful, clear and accessible: simple, easy-to-read numbered meanings, and wordclasses. There are also panels that focus on overused words, words belonging to the same family and key language features such as connectives or apostrophes.Another unique feature is the example sentences by well-known children's authors, such as Dick King-Smith, Jacqueline Wilson and Roald Dahl. These show the words actually in use to reinforce meaning but they also hook children in to using language effectively. Unique to Oxford, they take childrenbeyond looking up a word for spelling or meaning - and into thinking about reading and writing independently.The full alphabet appears on every page with a coloured tab on the letter of the page - plus the dictionary quartiles are picked out in a vibrant colour. Together, these are invaluable navigation tools for the child practising their alphabet skills. Guidewords also appear on every page.Extra material at the back is accurately levelled for the curriculum at this age. It includes information for spelling success, punctuation, simple grammar, key overused words (with alternatives) as well as word origins, prefixes and suffixes.
With over 3,000 definitions, this updated edition First Children's Dictionary is an ideal reference book for children five and older who are eager to expand their vocabulary. A go-to reference book featuring nouns, adjectives, and verbs, First Children's Dictionary helps children learn how to describe the world around them. Designed with highly visual pages showcasing stunning photography and easy-to-understand text, this dictionary is not intimidating and teaches young readers essential research skills while teaching them useful word definitions. With over 700 illustrations, children will learn about opposites, similar words, and word origins, alongside phonetic spellings and word games. From using a dictionary to word histories that show where words come from, First Children's Dictionary is the perfect beginning reference book for kids.
Expand and explore your vocabulary. Discover a whole new vocabulary and never be lost for words again, with this comprehensive and detailed illustrated children’s thesaurus, with synonyms and antonyms for more than four thousand main entries. This beautifully illustrated thesaurus for kids age 9 and older is packed with: • A comprehensive, illustrated thesaurus created specifically for young readers and writers • Authoritative content from Collins is given the DK treatment to make the pages lively and the words meaningful for children • Fun and fresh illustrated “word features” to explore and expand on vocabulary This colorful and insightful thesaurus contains more than four thousand entries, where each entry is supported by a definition and example sentence to help boost a child’s confidence in using and choosing words. An imaginative mix of photography and illustration gives the book great visual appeal and is the perfect book for children who enjoy words; or who need a little extra help or encouragement with their English vocabulary. Each entry provides information about each headword: the word type (e.g. noun); definition; example sentence; list of synonyms; further (more advanced) synonyms and antonyms. It also includes synonyms from Australia, New Zealand, Scotland, South Africa and the U.S. The Children’s Illustrated Thesaurus is not only a fun and vibrant educational tool for children, but is also perfect for educators looking for a learning tool to inspire vocabulary development. Expand your library collection and pair this exciting learning tool with DK’s ever-popular Children’s Illustrated Dictionary.
From computers to the natural world, help your child find out everything they need to know about anything with this fact-packed Children's Illustrated Encyclopedia. They'll find over 500 articles arranged from A-Z on subjects they need to know about, all illustrated with dramatic photos, cut-aways, charts and maps. The encyclopedia has been fully revised to include recent scientific breakthroughs, space missions and discoveries, as well as political, social and ecological changes, so your child can keep fully up-to-date with what has been happening in the world. Plus, they'll be able to discover more about subjects using more than 5,000 fully-vetted and regularly updated internet links. Perfect for projects or just for fun, this is the ultimate illustrated family encyclopedia.
An easy-to-use family thesaurus to boost wordpower and spark creative writing with new vocabulary-building activities, over 40,000 synonyms and examples to help you pick the best words. Packed with high-quality photos, word webs on key topics to help with project work, overused word panels and writing tips - it is the perfect homework help.
The OPD Third Canadian Edition is an illustrated, theme-based dictionary for second-language learners. This four-colour dictionary defines words through pictures, and presents each new word in context. The OPD, along with its workbooks and many other components, can be used as a reference bookor as text for high school or adult ESL students at the beginner level. For years, the Canadian edition of the OPD has been the industry leader among picture dictionaries. The new edition is a revision which updates and refreshes some existing content, adds new content, and makes some improvementsbased on market research and what users like most in the competition. The OPD is designed for use both in and out of the classroom. Speaking exercises are presented throughout the OPD to allow students to practise new vocabulary in pairs or small groups.Specific Canadian Features:In addition to the updating and refreshing, the following topics have been specifically Canadianized:* health care* government, military service, civic engagement, driver licensingChange details in 3e:* 10 New Pages* 45 new or revised large- and medium-size illustrations and tech art* 37 new photos and 2 realia revisions* 150 new and 52 revised Spot Illustrations* more than 562 word modifications (new words or changes)
