The Oxford Very First Dictionary, with its colourful clear layout and familiar first words, each with a simple definition and illustration, is a fun and easy way for young children to learn how to use a dictionary. An illustrated section at the end on topics such as colours and days of the week provides additional support for early literacy. Features Fresh new cover for this edition with fun contemporary artwork A perfect fit for delivering the literacy framework for Reception/Foundation and Scottish Guidelines P1 Headwords simply explained using full sentences and an illustration Gives the full alphabet, with alphabet thumb tabs, on every page Includes a useful introduction on how to get the best out of the dictionary Illustrated section on Words We Write a Lot, Verbs, Colours, Shapes, Days of the Week, Months of the Year, Numbers to 20 and the alphabet Suitable for: 4-5 years, KS1, Foundation/ Reception, Nursery/P1, teachers, nursery teachers, parents, librarians

Collins Very First Spanish Dictionary introduces children to their first 500 Spanish words with colourful illustrations and example sentences to help children remember words and translations from English to Spanish. Listed in English-to- Spanish alphabetical order and with themed pages, the Collins Very First Spanish Dictionary provides curriculum-matched support for young learners of Spanish.

The all new Oxford First Dictionary, with new contemporary 3D artwork and easy to use page design, is the best dictionary for children in their early school years. With 1000 accessible entries in alphabetical order, including simple, easy-to-read meanings, and plurals, and hundreds of full colour dynamic illustrations, your children will learn to love exploring language. To make navigation as easy as ABC, we have included the full alphabet on every page with coloured tabs dividing the alphabet into quartiles, the letter of the page is highlighted, and guide words show the words starting and finishing each page. And there is engaging extra material at the back which hooks into phonics and vocabulary building for this level.

Major new edition of the Oxford First Dictionary in paperback includes new words and more pages to improve spelling, extend vocabulary and support comprehension in the curriculum. Its accessible alphabetical layout and new supplement on spelling and grammar tips and activities, makes it the perfect first dictionary for home and for starting school! Features New words to build more vocabulary in line with the new curriculum. New dictionary supplement full of activities to provide support with spelling and grammar. Clear, accessible layout and more illustrations to support the definitions and make learning fun. Free online activities to help practise dictionary and literacy skills. Suitable for: Age 5-6, Year 1 & 2 / P 2 & 3

Over 500 words, in alphabetical order, with funny, useful, and interesting phrases to explain their meanings. The antics of Val Biro's monkeys, cats, mice, frogs and many other characters, make this a funny, friendly introduction to first dictionary skills. Features Illustrated with the popular artwork of Val Biro Includes picture section on sports games, the classroom, and popular fairy-tale characters 500 words listed in alphabetical order, each with a useful phrase text written by a primary school teacher and tested in schools Suitable for: parents, early years teachers, for children aged 4+

Sometimes you have to start with what's lost to truly find yourself... Motherless and irrepressibly curious, Esme spends her childhood at her father's feet as he and his team gather words for the very first Oxford English Dictionary. One day, she sees a slip of paper containing a forgotten word flutter to the floor unclaimed. And so Esme begins to collect words for another dictionary in secret: The Dictionary of Lost Words. But to do so she must journey into a world on the cusp of change as the Great War looms and women fight for the vote. Can the power of lost words from the past finally help her make sense of her future?

Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary 10th edition builds English vocabulary better than ever before and leads the way to more confident, successful communication in English. The Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary is the world's bestselling advanced level dictionary for learners of English. Now in its 10th edition, the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary, or OALD, is your complete guide to learning English vocabulary with definitions that learners can understand, example sentences showing language in use, and the new Oxford 3000 and Oxford 5000 word lists providing core vocabulary that every student needs to learn. OALD is more than a dictionary. Take your English skills to the next level with extra resources and practice including the online iSpeaker and iWriter, or practise words anytime, anywhere with the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary app. Includes access to Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary premium online and access to the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary 10th edition app.

For the first time in paperback, this Oxford Roald Dahl Dictionary takes readers aged 8+ on a phizz-whizzing, splendiferous, fantabulous journey deep into the language of Roald Dahl's bestselling children's stories. This is a dictionary which will develop language and literacy skills by igniting the creativity in all readers and writers everywhere. Lots of dictionaries tell you what an 'alligator' is, or how to spell 'balloon' but they won't explain the difference between a 'ringbeller' and a 'trogglehumper', or say why witches need 'gruntles' eggs' or suggest a word for the shape of a 'Knid'. This dictionary does all those things. All the words that Roald Dahl invented are here, like 'biffsquiggled' and 'whizzpopping' to remind you what means what, but that is not all. You'll also find out where words came from, rhyming words, synonyms and lots of alternative words for words that are overused. Oxford Children's Dictionaries are perfect for supporting literacy and learning and this is the world's first Roald Dahl Dictionary from the word experts at Oxford University Press.

This is not an ordinary dictionary. After all, you wouldn't expect an Oxford Roald Dahl Dictionary to be ordinary, would you? Lots of dictionaries tell you what an "alligator" is, or how to spell "balloon" but they won't explain the difference between a "ringbeller" and a "trogglehumper," or say why witches need "gruntles' eggs" or suggest a word for the shape of a "Knid." All the words that Roald Dahl invented are here, like "biffsquiggled" and "whizzpopping," to remind you what means what. You'll also find out where words came from, rhyming words, synonyms and lots of alternative words for words that are overused. Oxford Children's Dictionaries are perfect for supporting literacy and learning and this is the world's first Roald Dahl Dictionary from the word experts at Oxford University Press. With real citations from Roald Dahl's children's books and illustrations by Quentin Blake, the Oxford Roald Dahl Dictionary will inspire and encourage young writers and readers.

A must-have for children, parents and teachers preparing for the grammar, punctuation and spelling test at the end of KS1. With help from friendly bird characters, grammar is explained, punctuation is clear and spelling tips are revealed. Includes a dictionary of the curriculum words children need to know and fun ways to remember how to spell them. Features A unique must-have title for children entering primary school Clearly-presented and age-appropriate explanations of grammar terms, punctuation, and spelling will support young learners grasp the concepts Engaging and child-friendly design with lots of colourful bird character illustrations to help through the book Ideal for daily use as a practical guide and reference book on grammar, punctuation, and spelling Ideal for teachers and parents to use as a reference to help improve their children's spelling and writing in preparation for the Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling KS1 test Created and tested with primary school teachers and grammarian Dick Hudson Suitable for: 5-7 years, KS1, Y1-2, P2-3, teachers, parents, librarians

Filled with useful definitions, First Children's Dictionary is an ideal first reference book for children eager to expand their vocabulary. With over 3,000 entries of updated, curriculum-linked content, First Children's Dictionary is an ideal starting place for young children wanting to describe the world around them. From using a dictionary to word histories that help develop an understanding of where words come from, this dictionary for kids is an essential first reference book. Perfect for homework, First Children's Dictionary is the ideal starting place for children aged 6 and up intrigued about where words come from.

Filled with useful definitions, First Children’s Dictionary is an ideal first reference book for children eager to expand their vocabulary. With over 3,000 entries of updated, curriculum-linked content, First Children’s Dictionary is an ideal starting place for young children wanting to describe the world around them. From using a dictionary to word histories that help develop an understanding of where words come from, this dictionary for kids is an essential first reference book. Perfect for homework, First Children’s Dictionary is the ideal starting place for children aged 6 and up intrigued about where words come from.

Filled with useful definitions, First Children’s Dictionary is an ideal first reference book for children eager to expand their vocabulary. With over 3,000 entries of updated, curriculum-linked content, First Children’s Dictionary is an ideal starting place for young children wanting to describe the world around them. From using a dictionary to word histories that help develop an understanding of where words come from, this dictionary for kids is an essential first reference book. Perfect for homework, First Children’s Dictionary is the ideal starting place for children aged 6 and up intrigued about where words come from.

The first level in a three-level topic-based vocabulary course to learn and practise the words that learners need to know at each CEFR level, based on the Oxford 3000. Oxford Word Skills improves students' vocabulary and vocabulary-learning skills. Short, clear presentations and lots of opportunity for practice give students the confidence to use new vocabulary. 100 units at each level mean they cover a huge range of topics and everyday situations. The Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary app, or OALD app, provides pronunciation and more information about the meaning and usage of words.

The Oxford Beginner's Russian Dictionary is ann innovative guide to learning Russian. Designed specifically for English-speaking adult learners who are either learning from scratch or refreshing lost language skills, it offers an easy to use dictionary, extra help with vocabulary, and essential information on living and interacting in the Russian-speaking world. The dictionary is exceptionally easy to use, because it moves away from the traditional dictionary layout. All main translations are preceded by an equals sign so that they are instantly identifiable, and all parts of the entry are spelt out in full, avoiding confusing jargon and abbreviations. Grammar and usage notes throughout the text warn of possible translation pitfalls, and thousands of example phrases show how the language is used in context. The 30-page Learning and Lifestyle kit gives key information on both the Russian language, with a list of the words you really need to know, grammar help, and verb tables, and on life in the Russian-speaking world: background information on lifestyle and culture, tips on etiquette and interaction in the language, and a phrasefinder for use when travelling. The Oxford Beginner's Russian Dictionary is your essential companion to learning Russian. First Edition

Drawing on the unique resources of the Oxford English Dictionary and offering coverage of over 6,000 slang words and expressions from the Cockney 'abaht' to the American term 'zowie', this is the most authoritative dictionary of slang from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Oxford Dictionary of Modern Slang is a fascinating and entertaining collection, packed with illustrative quotations and providing full details of origins and dates of first printed use. The text contains expressions from around the English-speaking world such as 'dork' and 'cockamamie' (North America) and 'giggle-house' and 'Jimmy Woodser' (Australia). As well as the A-Z listing of terms, the book contains a comprehensive thematic index, enabling users to home in on particular areas of interest, such as the body, food and drink, and human behaviour. Full of surprises, this is an essential read for word lovers and anyone with an interest in language.