American Heritage Children's Dictionary
Item #: | 004014 |
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ISBN: | 9781328787354 |
Grades: | 3-6 |
Product Description:
A profusion of color photographs and special format makes this a favorite of children. Patterned after the adult version, it has similar features; a sprinkling of word histories, synonyms, and vocabulary builders! This newly revised edition includes 1,650 full-color photos and illustrations. Extras include a section on phonics and spelling, parts of speech, a geographical dictionary, maps, a measurement table and more. Nearly 900 pgs, hc.
Publisher Description:
A brand new edition of our superb dictionary for children in grades 36 (ages 812), with age-appropriate vocabulary, easy-to-understand definitions, lively example sentences, and delightful color images.
The American Heritage® Children's Dictionary has been completely revised, updated, and redesigned for a brand-new edition, ensuring that this title remains fresh and current while providing the visual appeal needed to captivate young readers. For this brand-new edition, every definition has been reviewed, and hundreds of new senses and new words and definitions ranging from android to vegan have been added. This edition includes a brand-new feature, Writers Choose Their Words. Nearly 100 new note boxes throughout the A-Z text highlight quotations selected from popular and classic young adult and children's literature and show key vocabulary words in context. With entries written in easy-to-understand language, an abundance of example sentences that provide greater context, and stunning full-color illustrations, this engaging reference brings words to life and enhances the child's learning experience.
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