OXFORD PRIMARY DICTIONARY

by Andrew Delahunty (Author), Andrew Delahunty (Author)

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  Hardcover
  2007

  $3.27

  This edition of the Oxford Primary Dictionary features over 30,000 words and phrases in alphabetical order, in a clear and accessible design. Each entry contains simple, easy-to-read numbered meanings, word classes, inflections, and supporting example sentences. Tinted panels throughout focus on overused words, words belonging to the same family, word origins, and key language topics (such as prefixes and suffixes or word origins). Another unique feature is the example sentences by well-known children's authors, such as J.K Rowling, 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 children beyond looking up a word for spelling or meaning - and on to thinking about reading and writing independently. The full alphabet appears on every page with a dark blue tab on the letter of the page, and guidewords also appear on every page - great for the child practising their alphabet skills.

• Used

  Hardcover
  2002

  $3.27

  The Oxford Primary Dictionary is specially written for students at school and at home. Trialled and tested in schools and includes over 30,000 words and phrases. Special Features: * Information boxes togive word origins, extra language and grammar notes. * Pronunciation guides to help with unusual words. * Idiomatic phrases and expressions are fully defined. * Derived words to expand vocabulary. Features: * Headwords in colour to find words more easily. * Definitions are clear and accurate. * Up-to-date example sentences and phrases to show how words are used in context. * Parts of speech and inflections written out in full to build grammatical skills. * Appendices include prefixes and suffixes, grammar and spelling rules, countries and peoples list.