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Books : Children's Books : Reference & Nonfiction : Dictionaries
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How can you look up the proper spelling of a word if you don't know how to spell it? Is it beet or beat? These questions are answered in this humorously illustrated, alphabetical listing of more than 15,000 words, including often-used proper nouns for school reports. Also included are general rules and exceptions of spelling .
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A first dictionary designed to serve as a word book and vocabulary builder for younger readers and as a dictionary for older children. It contains 1000 simple word definitions which have been field-tested on children and language games that help children to use a dictionary.
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Equipped with this handy reference of more than 400 illustrated definitions, children will be able to quickly find the definitions and illustrated examples that will enable them to solve many of the math challenges they face. Covering everything from "addend" to "zero," this comprehensive resource gives students definitions, illustrations, and examples that can help them solve math problems.This handbook includes illustrated, concise explanations of the most common terms used in general math classes. The 400 illustrated definitions and examples are categorized by subjects that include: measurement; algebra; geometry; fractions and decimals; statistics and probability; and problem solving. Each term has a concise definition and an example or illustration. This is a guide that needs to be on every child's desk.
The Math Dictionary is much more than a compilation of words and definitions. This book has been organized to reflect the different areas of mathematics taught in elementary and junior high schools. Within each category are all the terms commonly used in this field of study, concise definitions, and many examples and illustrations. In addition, the last chapter provides instructions for basic operations and tables of commonly-used facts and equivalents.
For other dictionary-type references in other topics see The Absolutely Essential Grammar Guide and The Absolutely Essential Writing Guide.
Grades 4-9
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Pictures accompanied by simple text explore the planet Earth, including day and night, weather, seasons, rocks, mountains, oceans, deserts, the Arctic, rainforests, moon, and space.
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The best resource for finding the right word. The American Heritage(R) Student Thesaurus is a brand-new thesaurus designed especially for students in middle school and high school. Its advanced vocabulary has been carefully selected to help students meet new challenges as writers. The thesaurus lists a wide range of choices, from true synonyms to related words, in a clear format that makes it easy to find the right word for every occasion. Every meaning is followed by a sentence that illustrates how the entry word is typically used. This unique book will improve students' writing skills by encouraging them to think analytically about word choice and creatively about language. * More than 50,000 synonyms and 6,000 entry words --- more than any thesaurus at this level * Example sentences for every meaning of every entry * Thousands of antonyms that help build vocabulary * Word Group features listing related words for entries without true synonyms.
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A convenient reference for words in both English and Spanish!
The Webster’s English-Spanish Dictionary is a great resource weather in class or on the road, it is a quick and easy tool to find the words you need. Half of the dictionary is an alphabetical list of English words and their Spanish translations, the other half is an alphabetical list of Spanish words and their English translations! Compact in size any second language learner should carry this important resource!
No one should be without a dictionary and our Backpack Dictionaries are designed in a compact size for easy travel. They are a must have for any student! Featuring commonly used words and an abundance of additional information needed in school, every student should collect them all!
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Featuring 68,000 words; 34,000 illustrative examples; 900 Usage Notes and Synonym Studies; 1200 full-color photos, fine art, maps, diagrams, and illustrations; full-color theme-spreads on such topics as knights and castles, sculpture, dinosaurs, and space; 18 page reference section; and more! Grades 4-6
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Our bestselling (over 1.5 million copies sold!) Clear and Simple Thesaurus Dictionary has been fully REVISED and UPDATED, and now it lists a definition, part of speech, synonyms, antonyms, and a sample sentence for each entry. It has been formatted to be easy for kids to use, and is every kid’s perfect reference to English words! The thesaurus and dictionary elements together in one book make it easy for readers to learn new words as they look up familiar ones, too.
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Providing over 25,000 definitions in their historical order of development, this reference classic has been widely regarded for over 50 years as the best single-volume dictionary available for students of Latin. It includes information about grammar, inflection, and pronunciation, as well as copious citations and useful appendices.
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Tailored specifically to the needs of students, these portable paperback dictionaries are the ideal companions for anyone beginning to learn Spanish or French.
With its student-friendly features and compact paperback format, the Larousse Pocket Student Dictionary is an invaluable tool for beginning language learners and teachers. Available in both Spanish-English and French-English editions, the Larousse Pocket Student Dictionary offers a clear layout and eye-catching design that make the dictionary fun to browse and easy to use. The vocabulary has been adapted specifically to the needs of students, and thousands of examples show words used in context.
The dictionary features: • 20,000 words and phrases with 45,000 translations
• no confusing abbreviations—parts of speech and noun genders are given in full
• boxed entries on aspects of life and culture in Spanish-speaking or French-speaking countries
• warning boxes for false cognates
• grammar notes to explain common difficulties when learning a new language
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Science Dictionary for Kids provides hundreds of science terms with kid-friendly definitions and illustrations, perfect for any teacher of science or parent helping a child with science homework. From the basic science equipment, to the physical sciences, to Earth science, kids can flip to one of eight science categories to find the definitions they need.
The perfect reference for kids and their parents and teachers, the easy-to-follow definitions in this guide will help with any science assignment, project, or experiment. Most definitions include an illustrated version to increase comprehension.
Science Dictionary for Kids also includes a handy reference guide section, complete with commonly used formulas, measurement conversions, charts detailing household chemicals and acids and bases, instructions for using science equipment safely, tips on following the scientific process, and information on graphing results and data. This book needs to be on every child's desk!
- The perfect companion to Prufrock Press' bestselling Math Dictionary for Kids
- Comprehensive, easy-to-use reference guide to science terms for students (grades 4–9)
- Quick access to essential information and answers
- Kid-friendly graphics and illustrations to help define each term or scientific process
- Includes both standard and metric units of measurement for U.S. and Canadian markets
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Fully updated for the twenty-first century, The New First Dictionary of Cultural Literacy gathers together all of the essential facts that youngsters should have at their fingertips for school success. The child education expert E. D. Hirsch, Jr., cuts through the wealth of information available today to highlight those terms that a child should be familiar with by the end of sixth grade. With nearly 3,000 concise definitions, including 250 new entries (Harry Potter, centaurs, northern lights, and World Series, to name a few), this popular sourcebook makes finding information easy. Here is everything your child needs to know to be culturally literate in 21 different subject areas, from mythology to literature to U.S. history to science and technology, and much more.
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This dictionary is written to help the high-school student succeed. It has 85,000 entries, more than 950 illustrations, 530 synonym paragraphs, and over 200 word history paragraphs.
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With clear definitions and cross-referencing, this book is written for students of chemistry, physics and biology.
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This dictionary has been developed especially for students in grades two through six. It contains all the elements of Webster's Dictionary for Students plus a special encyclopedic section jam-packed with useful and fascinating information about our country and our world. The dictionary and the encyclopedic section have been fully updated. Features of this Book -More than 32,000 words and phrases written in clear, concise kid- -Words and definitions that reflect the vocabulary level, curriculum requirements, and personal interests of children from the second to sixth grades. - A special section on Confused, Misused, and Misspelled Words gives students quick tips to correct common special errors -The special encyclopedic section is filled with critical information students need including: World Maps; Countries of the World; States of the U.S.; Declaration of Independence; Branches of Government; Laws and How They Are Made; Presidents of the U.S.; Important Events in American History Weights and Measures
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