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Merriam-Webster's First Dictionary

Contributors:

Merriam-Webster (Editor)

Ruth Heller (Illustrator)

Contributors: Merriam-Webster (Editor) ; Ruth Heller (Illustrator)

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A unique treasury of words especially written for children in grades K-2, ages 5-7.

This beginner's dictionary introduces young readers to 3,000 words using 1,000 entries and hundreds of captivating illustrations by beloved children's illustrator, Ruth Heller.

With this indispensable learning tool, children will have fun discovering more about words, their meanings, and how to spell them.

  • Teaches basic dictionary skills: alphabetization, spelling, parts of speech, letter sounds, use of synonyms and antonyms, and homographs and homophones
  • Jokes, riddles, poems, and fun facts all about words make learning fun
  • 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

Discover a world of information in this engaging, full-color dictionary for children!

ISBN-10: 0877793743
ISBN-13: 9780877793748
Author: Merriam-Webster, Heller, Ruth, N/A
Publisher: Merriam-Webster

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780877793748

ISBN-10: 0877793743

Publish Date: March 15, 2021

On Sale Date: January 1, 0001

Language: English

Pages: 448

Dimensions: 10.9 × 8.7 × 1.0 in

Weight: 3.05 lbs

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