DK Merriam Webster First Children's Dictionary

Features 1,000+ Photographs and Illustrations

Author DK
Hardcover
$24.99 US
| $33.99 CAN
On sale Mar 02, 2027 | 460 Pages | 9798217304813
Age 7-9 years | Grades 6-8

Introduce this engaging and accessible first dictionary to young readers in US Grade 2 and above, ages 7-9.

This indispensable learning tool introduces 3,000 words and teaches essential dictionary skills such as alphabetization, spelling, parts of speech, letter sounds, and the use of synonyms, antonyms, homographs, and homophones. Jokes, riddles, poems, and fun facts all about words make learning a blast!

References to popular stories, fairy tales, myths, and nursery rhymes spark imagination and encourage language exploration. Words, phrases, and their meanings are discussed in full, age-appropriate sentences, with usage examples to show how they are used in context. This new edition features a fresh, modern design, updated vocabulary, and engaging photography to captivate young learners.
We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

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Introduce this engaging and accessible first dictionary to young readers in US Grade 2 and above, ages 7-9.

This indispensable learning tool introduces 3,000 words and teaches essential dictionary skills such as alphabetization, spelling, parts of speech, letter sounds, and the use of synonyms, antonyms, homographs, and homophones. Jokes, riddles, poems, and fun facts all about words make learning a blast!

References to popular stories, fairy tales, myths, and nursery rhymes spark imagination and encourage language exploration. Words, phrases, and their meanings are discussed in full, age-appropriate sentences, with usage examples to show how they are used in context. This new edition features a fresh, modern design, updated vocabulary, and engaging photography to captivate young learners.

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We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

https://www.dk.com/ View titles by DK

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