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  Webster's New World
Children's Dictionary
Second Edition
(Hardcover) From the publisher
With hundreds of new entries, maps, photos, illustrations, and an all-new look, Webster�s New World� Children�s Dictionary, Second Edition now offers even more of the unique features and qualities most sought by parents and educators. Developed in collaboration with leading educators and textbook publishers, this top-quality dictionary is written and designed specifically for children ages 8 to 11. Its more than 33,000 entries are based on contemporary children�s literature and the writings of children themselves. Definitions are clear and accurate, with thousands of up-to-date example sentences that help children put meanings into real-life context.
Over 750 specially commissioned, full-color photographs, illustrations, and maps aid understanding and add appeal. Word histories, synonym studies, spelling tips, and a children�s thesaurus help build important reading, writing, and spelling skills. Plus, a special illustrated reference section introduces children to key U.S. and world information.
Tested nationally in focus groups, this dictionary has received the highest approval rating of all currently available children�s dictionaries. Now completely revised and updated in both look and content, it continues to be the only children�s dictionary that offers all of these features: - Educational expertise
- Reliability of information
- Clarity of definitions
- Appealing, readable page design
- The learning aids most requested by educators
- Age-appropriate text and illustrations
- Useful supplements.Ideal for home or school use
ISBN: 0471786888
prior printing of this edition was 0-0286-2766-0
Publication Date: May 2006
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