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This is a real thesaurus for all chiddlers and even some adult human beans. It features hundreds of spliffling words used and created by the world's best storyteller, Roald Dahl, together with useful synonyms, related words and phrases, idioms and word origins. Cleverly organised into phizz-whizzing themes, from vegitibbles to outer space, it is easy to find new and interesting words while you are writing. Be inspired by the special WRITING HUT pages to craft your own brain-boggling creatures and characters, just like Roald Dahl. This mischievous thesaurus captures Oxford University Press's language expertise and mixes it with the magic of Roald Dahl. Whether telling curdbloodling stories or imagining bugswallop, you will soon be using the Oxford Roald Dahl Thesaurus as your golden ticket to dream!
A new edition of Oxford's primary bilingual dictionary for all first learners of French. The Oxford First Learner's French Dictionary is a bilingual French dictionary, the perfect reference tool for teaching Modern Languages as part of the curriculum to pupils aged 7-11. This alphabetical dictionary has a colour user-friendly design, the alphabet down the side of each page, and colour headwords that lead the pupil straight to the translation they are looking for. It gives core vocabulary with phrases and context examples, as well as special level-appropriate language tips on grammar and usage and cultural tips about life in France. The dictionary has been designed to meet the requirements of the KS2 Framework for Languages and will be a useful resource not only for pupils, but also for primary teachers who may be teaching the language for the first time, and for parents who need to help their child with homework. This dictionary will support and guide, and help create an enthusiasm for finding out about other languages and cultures.
A fun first alphabetic picture dictionary to introduce children aged 4 upwards to reading and writing and looking up words. It has over 500 words listed in alphabetical order, each with an illustration and a useful phrase. The alphabet down the side of each page, with the appropriate letter highlighted, teaches first navigation skills. Additional thematic sections at the back focus on themes - including words from the calendar, outer space, fairy tales, plus the everyday world of the classroom and the playground. Val Biro's delightful animals and other characters make this the most attractive introduction to first dictionary skills.
The home of trusted Spanish dictionaries and thesauruses for school use. The ideal handy Spanish reference for secondary school students looking for a dictionary that is modern, up-to-date, clear and easy to use. Developed for home study, and to be used in the classroom. Especially designed for KS3 school students, and is ideal in the classroom, at home and during exams. It contains all the words and phrases students will need, with key curriculum words highlighted, all essential phrases covered, and thousands of examples to show how Spanish is really used. The clear layout and alphabet tabs down the side of each page lead the students to the information they need quickly and without fuss. All main translations are underlined to help users go straight to the answer they are looking for. The dictionary includes language tips and culture notes throughout the text. Soy, eres, es... Spanish verbs made easy! Each verb on the Spanish side of the dictionary is cross-referred to a comprehensive verb guide, with full conjugations and example phrases showing the verb used in context. Also available in French and German.
"Learners will use this dictionary as their most important resource." N.P. Ndlovu, Department of Education, Mpumalanga. Features: sifanelekoabafundi belimi lesiNgisi kanye nabafundi belimi lesiNdebele bebanga lesibili naphezulu / suitable for learners of English and learners of IsiNdebele in Grade 2 and upwards; anelisa ifuneko sasiTatimende seHlelo leemFundo malungana nokusetjenziswa kwesihlathululi-magama ngabafundi / meets curriculum requirement for learners to use a dictionary; sikhombisa abafundi ukusebenzisa amagama amatjha emitjhweni yabo / shows learners how to use new words in their own sentencesiinthombe zifakwe umbala ngokuqaleka / beautifully illustrated in colour.
Hierdie oudio-CD vergesel die Oxford First Bilingual Dictionary: Afrikaans & English. / This audio CD accompanies the Oxford First Bilingual Dictionary: Afrikaans & English. Die CD sluit oudio-snitte van die woorde in sodat leerders die uitspraak in albei tale kan hoor. Ook ingesluit is 'n storie wat hardop voorgelees word. / The CD includes audio tracks of the words so that learners can hear the pronunciation in both languages. Also included is a read-along story.
This new edition of the Oxford Phonics Spelling Dictionary is an easy home and school reference tool. With words ordered by their initial phonic sound and colourful illustrations by Alex Brychta and the familiar Oxford Reading Tree characters, it helps children using synthetic phonics and prepare for the screening check. Supported by the Floppy's Phonics Sounds and Letters Programme, it follows the Alphabetic Code Chart of sounds and alternative spellings that children learn at school. There are subsections to show how the same sounds appear in the middle or at the end of a word and a separate section of the long vowel sounds and their alternative spellings. With this dictionary, it easy to explain how 'sun' and 'Cinderella' both start with the 's' sound and how 'dance' has the same 's' sound at the end, while 'egg' and 'eat' start with the same letter but different sounds. There is additional phonics support material and audio on the Oxford Owl website, www.oxfordowl.co.uk. For more free downloadable word games, puzzles, and activities go online to www.oxfordschooldictionaries.com
The home of trusted Welsh dictionaries for everyday language use. A modern Welsh to English and English to Welsh Dictionary offering excellent coverage of today's Welsh language and usage. The clear layout makes it easy to use and its handy format and durability make it your ideal companion at home, school or on your travels. Suitable for use in schools. Features include: hundreds of new words added to ensure up-to-date coverage in both languages clear layout, ensuring that you can quickly find the information you need section on Welsh pronunciation to help learners to use Welsh correctly supplement with names, places, dates, time and numbers hard-wearing, portable format Designed to give students, business people and the general user alike all the words and information they need in a handy, take-anywhere format.
An easy-to-use family dictionary to boost spelling and improve vocabulary for writing and speaking - the perfect homework help. With over 50,000 words, including school subject vocabulary, clear definitions and age-appropriate examples and word puzzles and games, and over 1000 photographs and illustrations to support the entries and give extra information. The alphabet and letter tabs are provided on every page to make navigation quick and easy and there are child-friendly examples to show how words are used everyday, as well as help with pronunciation for difficult words. The ideal family dictionary to help with homework and a fantastic companion to the Oxford Illustrated Children's Thesaurus.
This dictionary features original artwork that is intended to stimulate the reader's creativity while they learn words. Objects are clearly identified, in their contexts or separately, for emphasis and word practice. Key objects are covered, including: home, school, food, colours, and animals.
The home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for school use. A fantastic mini school thesaurus for age 11 and above in the best-selling Gem format to help you find the right word every time. Written specially to help with school work and homework, you will find thousands of synonyms to increase vocabulary, with examples to show context for every synonym listed. This mini thesaurus has a useful supplement to provide help with finding the right word. Every entry has a definition, and each alternative word is followed by its own example, helping you decide which word is the most appropriate to use. The perfect companion to the new Collins Gem School Dictionary, and an indispensable tool for any secondary school student aged 11 and above. Using a thesaurus has never been easier!
X-kit Achieve! Literature Study Guides make nationally prescribed novels and dramas accessible to learners. They provide insight into the author and context of the writing, as well as analyses of critical themes, plots and characters. Practice exercises and answers stimulate critical thinking, and specific guidelines for writing the exam are provided, helping learners prepare for their exams.
’n Splinternuwe versameling van die beste gedigte, kortverhale, dramas
en volksliteratuur vir die hoërskool!
A colourful dictionary with over 2000 words and phrases illustrated with amusing pictures of busy everyday scenes. Arranged thematically so words appear in context with topics on "Buying Food", "At Work", "In the Countryside" and more. With a pronunciation guide to every word read by a native French speaker at the Usborne Quicklinks Website.
The home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for school use. This English School Dictionary is the perfect language companion for all students age 11+ (KS3). This new hardback edition has been developed with teachers to be the perfect student dictionary for children in class and for homework. The clear layout makes finding entries exceptionally easy, and full definitions are given in simple language, often in complete sentences. With over 20,000 entries, many new or updated, it includes the school national curriculum vocabulary up to Key Stage 3 and GCSE as well as general vocabulary for students aged 11+. A special section on spelling follows the main dictionary. It outlines key spelling rules and lists words that are commonly confused or misspelled, so it helps students to identify and master the trickiest spelling problems. This user-friendly Collins English School Dictionary is an invaluable reference for all school students. A paperback edition of this dictionary is also available (9780008257927).
Bag the perfect KS1 dictionary this Back to School. This dictionary is an ideal introduction to the world of words for children age 5+. The careful choice of vocabulary, clear definitions and simple examples, together with the beautifully designed illustrations help make learning easy, memorable, and fun. This school dictionary for children offers an easy way to find out the meanings of everyday words, and includes a carefully written section which provides support in grammar, spelling and punctuation in preparation for school tests. The images in this illustrated student dictionary engage children and help them understand what words mean, while example sentences show how words can be used. Simple grammatical labels introduce children to different word groups, all of which are clearly explained in the introduction. Simple, fun and easy-to-use, this is perfect for any child's first school dictionary. For more illustrated learning support, our Children's Dictionary (9780008271176), Children's Thesaurus (9780008271183), Primary Dictionary (9780008206789) and Primary Thesaurus (9780008222055) are also available.
X-kit Achieve [subject, grade, e.g. Mathematics Grade 10] Study Guide has been revised to according incorporate the latest Assessment Guidelines (as outline in Section 4 of the CAPS), and updated with current trends to ensure the content remains relevant and applicable to learners. Written by experienced teachers, X-kit Achieve Study Guides are filled with step-by-step explanations, annotated diagrams and illustrated concepts, plenty of practice activities and answers, summary tables, and exam hints and tips.
Garfield makes using a dictionary fun and easy!
The home of trusted Welsh dictionaries for everyday language use. A modern Welsh to English and English to Welsh Dictionary offering excellent coverage of today's Welsh language and usage. The clear layout makes it easy to use and its handy format and durability make it your ideal companion at home, school or on your travels. Suitable for use in schools. Designed for all those speaking and learning Welsh. It is the ideal dictionary for anyone who needs a wealth of reliable information in a handy format. Revised and updated with hundreds of new words and offers extensive coverage of today's English and Welsh. The supplement contains help with letter writing, CVs and emails, as well as useful phrases for a variety of situations. The clear typography gives the text a contemporary feel, and ensures that users find the information they need quickly and easily. |
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