Webster's New World Children's Dictionary |  | Author: Michael E. Agnes
Publisher: Webster's New World
Category: Book
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Rating:  30 reviews
Sales Rank: 32,223
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 2
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Pages: 944
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4.1
Dimensions (in): 10.3 x 8.2 x 1.5
ISBN: 0471786888
Dewey Decimal Number: 423
EAN: 9780471786887
ASIN: 0471786888
Publication Date: May 1, 2006
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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
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
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 The best I've seen, by far. September 14, 2005
Susan J. Sachsenmaier (Madison, WI USA)
44 out of 44 found this review helpful
I reviewed all the Children's Dictionaries I could find before selecting this one. It is a beautiful book. Word definitions are clear and easy to understand. Illustrations are colorful and plentiful. Supplementary information is useful and presented in an interesting format. This is one dictionary that is fun just to sit down and read! The CD ROM is also marvelous. My child loves playing the educational word games on it and so do it. There are several varieties of games and different levels of difficulty. The only drawback here is that the CD ROM cannot be used on Mac computers.
Exactly what I was looking for!! March 9, 2006
wwgrl (ALABAMA)
18 out of 18 found this review helpful
I was looking for a child's dictionary and I had two choices picked out. The choices were this one and the Nick Dictionary which I thought my son would like much better but he chose this one. He likes it!! Yesterday he finished his homework as fast as he could to look at it. Here are some things that I like about it:(Nice) Colored pictures, Easy to understand definitions, Atlas pages, Information about the 50 states including the capital, state flag, flower, and state bird, Presidents of the united states to Clinton, The amount of words in this dictionary I think there are 33,000 words in here. I think this dictionary will last him for awhile. If you are looking for a child's dictionary I think this one would be the perfect choice!!!!
Must have this dictionary for kids November 6, 2006
Teacher in Texas (Tyler)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Super easy to use dictionary. Great simple definations. Nice print size.
How do you spell? January 15, 2007
M. V. Ayotte (Saco Maine)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
No more will my 8 year old ask me how to spell a word. What a great way to teach your son how to begin referencing material. Font size and pictures are perfect for children from 1st grade on up to middle school.
A Great Children's Dictionary! January 3, 2007
Jacqueline J. Booth (Hamilton Square, New Jersey United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I purchased this dictionary for my two boys (ages 8 and 10) to help them with their school work. The format and illustrations are so engaging that they like to just browse through it from time to time - even without having an assignement! The book contains more words than other children's dictionaries that I've seen, yet is very appropriate for their age level. They will probably use this book well into middle school!
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