Product Description PREFERRED BY LEADING EDUCATORS AND INFORMED PARENTS
With more than 33,000 entries selected in consultation with top educators and definitions written specifically for children eight and up, this is the most up-to-date and kid-friendly dictionary ever. Designed to make kids enthusiastic instead of intimidated, it features: * More than 800 notes and tips on synonyms, homonyms, prefixes, spelling, and word histories * Over 750 photographs and illustrations * Current computer, scientific, and cutural terms
* Interesting word histories * Important figures from literature and history * Sample sentences to show meanings and usage * Every country plus major cities * Spelling tips for tricky words * Clear definitions in language children understand * Parts of speech, plural forms, and verb forms * Color photos, drawings and maps * Easy to understand pronunciation guide on every spread
The all-in-one reference with: * Children's Thesaurus * Album of U.S. Presidents * Tables of Weights and Measures * Atlas of the World * Album of U.S. States
Amazon.com Review Designed as a transition dictionary for readers in late-elementary school, Webster's New World Children's Dictionary bridges the gap between simple, picture-based dictionaries and the dull-but-necessary ones we all reach for when faced with unknown words. The medium-sized text, example sentences that accompany most definitions, and the miniature pronunciation guide on every page all work nicely together to ensure that kids will understand correct usage without getting overwhelmed with detail. Also included are maps, history and geography pages, and an introductory thesaurus. Especially helpful for younger users is the 10-page guide to dictionary usage, which covers synonyms, homonyms, and the ever-important ways to look up a word when you don't know how to spell it in the first place.
In general, the definitions are easily understandable for children ages 7 to 12, providing accurate answers without being verbose. In Webster's New World College Dictionary, "rebel" is described as "one who engages in armed resistance against the established government of one's country." In this version, you'll find the more kid-friendly definition "a person who fights against any kind of control or authority." --Jill Lightner
Webster's Childrens Dictionary January 8, 2009 I ordered this dictionary for my two grandson's ages four and six because they both love books and they are always asking for the meaning of many words, and I'm sure that they will really enjoy this book. It comes with pictures and the wording is easy to read. I'm satisfied that this book was a good choice for the boys.
Websters New World Children's Dictionary December 16, 2008 My two grandsons 8 and 9 use this dictionary. It is a big help with their homework, especially spelling. Their vocabulary is growing so fast and now we don't have to give them the definitions, we just tell them to "look it up.'
excellent first dictionary September 29, 2008 I bought this dictionary for my 7 year old grandson. it is colorful, easy to use and does not use words below his vocabulary level.
children dictionary September 28, 2008 This dictionary is excellent for children. As a teacher I totally recommend it particularly for children who have difficulty reading and spelling. Colour coded, it is easy to use especially to reinforce the skill of "looking up" a word. Each word is listed in its own right....not as a derivitatve of another word with clear examples of meanings. Our group of dyslexic children are all confident and happy when using this dictionary.
great to have for elementary students September 21, 2008 Great Dictionary. My 3rd grader uses it and likes it. I think it's a great dictionary for 2nd and 3rd grader and maybe older kids too. The size of the characters is big enough for kids to find words quickly. There are some illustrations. You can verify how many syllables are in on word ( great for homework!). We love it!
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