This volume combines an up-to-date dictionary with a carefully compiled encyclopedia of essential information for the young reader. It provides extensive of the language of today, particularly in science, technology and computing.'
This completely new and original illustrated children's dictionary offers comprehensive and up-to-date coverage with more than 12,000 entries. Coverage includes current technological, scientific, and computer terminology, and entries have been carefully edited to be nonsexist. 1,000 full-color illus.
A completely new and original illustrated children's dictionary that offers comprehensive and up-to-date coverage with more than 12,000 entries and 15,000 definitions. Definitions have been carefully written for children, ages 9-12, and include sample sentences that clarify usage questions. More than 200 clearly labeled, informative, full-color illustrations further aid comprehension. Detail-packed entries include multiple definitions, pronounciation and part of speech guides, as well as irregular plural forms, alternate spellings, idioms, verb forms, and syllabication. This convenient pocket dictionary is perfect for using at home or carrying to school.
Features of this integrated dictionary/encyclopedia include over 10,000 entries with language definitions and correct usage, separate entries on the countries of the world, information panels, biographies on people important in their relevant fields and tabs for easy reference.