Collins Children’s Dictionaries – Collins Primary Dictionary

by Ginny Lapage (Author), JudithFisher (Author), Margueritedela Haye (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2001

  $3.27

  Part of the new Children's Dictionary range from Collins, Collins Primary Dictionary has been especially designed to support the language and literacy needs of children aged 8+. It places words within a context familiar to the student and extends and reinforces key dictionary skills by showing parts of speech (for example, whether a word is a noun or verb) and other forms of a word (for example plural forms as well as adjectival forms). Numbered definitions show multiple uses. Pronunication help is given for difficult or easily confusable words in a clear, easy-to-use way. Synonyms (similar words) and antonyms (opposite words) are given to build vocabulary and word power.The layout, highlighted headwords and colour guidewords plus the A-Z on every page should ensure that the dictionary is an easy-to-use reference tool. Colour illustrations and photographs add extra meaning and information.

• Used

  Paperback
  2005

  $3.27

  Especially designed for children aged 8-10, Collins Primary Dictionary combines the features you need with a user-friendly design, making it easy to find words quickly. This clear unillustrated dictionary includes synonyms, word histories and pronunciation guidance, plus weblinks, games, grammar and writing help with Collins Word Wizard. * Highlighted headwords, guidewords and an A-Z on every page make it easy to find the right word * Words are clearly defined and used in examples to increase understanding of the word * Collins Word Wizard includes useful word lists, quizzes and help with spelling, grammar and writing to improve language skills * Durable 'Flexi' cover * For ages 9+

• Used

  Hardcover
  2001

  $4.22

  Especially designed for children aged 8 and over, Collins Primary Illustrated Dictionary contains full sentence definitions, example sentences, parts of speech (noun, verb, etc) as well as synonyms, word histories, cross-references and pronunciation. Collins Word Wizard gives extra grammar, writing and spelling support. / Highlighted headwords, guidewords and an A-Z on every page make it easy to find the right word / Words are clearly defined and used in examples to increase understanding of the word / Collins Word Wizard includes themed pages, games and help with spelling, grammar and writing to improve language skills / For ages 8+ / Hardback edition