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PublisherDorling Kindersley Publishing, Incorporated

ISBN-101465488820

ISBN-139781465488824

eBay Product ID (ePID)5038751985

Product Key Features

Book TitleMerriam-Webster Children's Dictionary, New Edition : Features 3000 Photographs and Illustrations

Number of Pages960 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2019

TopicStudy Aids / General, Language Arts / Vocabulary & Spelling, General, Référence / Dictionaries

IllustratorYes

GenreJuvenile Nonfiction, Language Arts & Disciplines

AuthorDk

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height1.9 in

Item Weight77.1 Oz

Item Length9.5 in

Item Width8.1 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience

LCCN2021-288507

Dewey Edition23/eng/20220928

Grade FromFirst Grade

Grade ToFourth Grade

Dewey Decimal423

SynopsisA world of information awaits in this engaging illustrated dictionary for kids! Featuring over 35,000 entries and more than 3,000 full-color photographs and illustrations, this children's dictionary makes learning new words fun! Created by the renowned language experts at Merriam-Webster, this English dictionary for kids ages 7-9 includes: - Reference section with continent maps and information, world flags, U.S. state information and flags, and a full list of U.S. presidents and vice-presidents - Synonym and Word History boxes that highlight particular characteristics and meanings of words - Maps that include new countries, borders and cities - Clear definitions written for young readers are combined with full-color images, enhancing the learning experience Featuring a fresh design with color-coded page borders for each letter of the alphabet, and modern photographs and illustrations that give a lively, accessible look at the entries, this junior dictionary is the ultimate school project companion! Each entry is fully explained with its definition, usage, examples, and notes on spelling and punctuation. Word senses have been refreshed to reflect modern usage, and maps and country statistics have been updated to include new countries, cities, borders and flags. Whether at home or in school, Merriam-Webster Children's Dictionary is an indispensable reference resource for children to have on hand as they work through school assignments and learn important research skills., A world of information awaits in this engaging illustrated dictionary for kids! Featuring over 35,000 entries and more than 3,000 full-color photographs and illustrations, this children's dictionary makes learning new words fun! Created by the renowned language experts at Merriam-Webster, this English dictionary for kids ages 7-9 includes: * Reference section with continent maps and information, world flags, U.S. state information and flags, and a full list of U.S. presidents and vice-presidents * Synonym and Word History boxes that highlight particular characteristics and meanings of words * Maps that include new countries, borders and cities * Clear definitions written for young readers are combined with full-color images, enhancing the learning experience Featuring a fresh design with color-coded page borders for each letter of the alphabet, and modern photographs and illustrations that give a lively, accessible look at the entries, this junior dictionary is the ultimate school project companion! Each entry is fully explained with its definition, usage, examples, and notes on spelling and punctuation. Word senses have been refreshed to reflect modern usage, and maps and country statistics have been updated to include new countries, cities, borders and flags. Whether at home or in school, Merriam-Webster Children's Dictionary is an indispensable reference resource for children to have on hand as they work through school assignments and learn important research skills., With more than 35,000 words--including 110 new words--and 3,000 full-color illustrations specially created by DK's celebrated design team and Merriam-Webster's renowned language experts. Updated for 2019, 20 years after it was first published, DK's Merriam-Webster Children's Dictionary remains a must-have project companion for use at home and in school. This book combines color-coded page borders for each letter of the alphabet with modern photography and crystal-clear diagrams to enhance the learning experience. Entries include a clear definition, notes on spelling and punctuation, and examples on how to use the word in a sentence. In the reference section, maps have been updated to include new countries, cities, borders, flags, and the US presidents and vice-presidents. Accessible yet comprehensive, Merriam-Webster Children's Dictionary is the ultimate visual dictionary for kids to have on-hand as they learn important research skills and work through school assignments.

LC Classification NumberPE1628.5.D67 2019

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