Status
Available
Call number
Publication
Houghton Mifflin Company
Pages
138
Description
A dictionary for preschool and early elementary grades, with each word defined by a sentence using the word to describe the object or activity portrayed in the accompanying illustration.
Description
Created especially for preschoolers and children in the first years of school, this dictionary lists nine hundred words, arranged alphabetically and illustrated with lively full-color drawings. The same families and pets recur in the pictures, presenting children with a familiar cast of characters. The A-to-Z list is complemented by nine thematic illustrations at the back of the book that feature related vocabulary grouped in settings such as a classroom, a supermarket, and an apartment. Includes word list developed by professional dictionary editors and educational consultants. The dictionary is updated with new art and a new cover. Front matter includes an informational note to teachers and parents.
Collection
Language
Original language
English
Physical description
138 p.; 11.2 inches
ISBN
0395902150 / 9780395902158
UPC
046442902151
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LibraryThing member t1bclasslibrary
This dictionary illustrates every word with a picture, so it's understandably focused on nouns. Unclear pictures have a sentence to help explain them, but I'm not sure that that would be completely helpful to the reading level using this dictionary. It would be useful for spelling, however.
Subjects
Awards
Parents' Choice Book Award (2009)
Call number
ENG A.