Illustrated Dictionary

By: Jane Bingham

Illustrated by Sean Wilkinson, Gerald Wood, Nicholas Hewetson, Ian Jackson, Peter Dennis

Series : Illustrated Dictionaries and Thesauruses

Age 9+

US$18.99

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A comprehensive dictionary with over a thousand color illustrations, over 10,000 entries and 25,000 straightforward definitions. Includes example sentences and pronunciation guides for tricky words, as well as information about the conventions of written English and a brief history of the English language. An essential home or school reference book that is perfect for children aged 9+.

Details

Extent:: 288 pages
Dimensions:: 173.8 x 239.0in
Paperback ISBN:: 9781836050759
Publication Date:: June 2025
Work Reference:: 01035

Author

Jane studied English at Exeter and Art History at York. She has worked on various Usborne dictionaries, encyclopaedias and learning books, and her edition of the Usborne Illustrated Dictionary was awarded a prize for a significant contribution to children's literacy. She has two sons and three stepsons who are now scattered across the globe. She gets a huge thrill from seeing her books on sale when she travels to the USA and Australia.

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Series

Our illustrated dictionaries and thesauruses are great reference books for children. Perfect for homework help and homeschooling!

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Press

A fascinating book to leaf through, with illustrations ranging from a motorbike with all parts labelled to an orange-kneed tarantula.

Newbury Weekly News

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