Combining in a single volume an up-to-date dictionary and a thesaurus, this book offers readers a convenient way to examine dictionary entries and research corresponding synonyms at the same time. The split-page design displays full dictionary entries on the upper portion of each page and full thesaurus entries on the bottom portion, which makes finding and understanding the right word easier than ever. The thesaurus section of the page is screened to highlight the dual nature of the book, providing quick access to the synonyms that relate to the dictionary entries above. The dictionary contains 70,000 entries, including extensive coverage of new words and meanings. The thesaurus contains 150,000 synonyms that are alphabetically arranged on each page to correlate with the dictionary entries on the same page. With its unique format and user-friendly features, The American Heritage Desk Dictionary and Thesaurus is a convenient and invaluable resource on words.

A concise pocket reference book in a convenient size and format, with more than 35,000 definitions, a measurement table, a table of proofreaders' marks, and a punctuation guide. Paperback, 336 pages.

More than just a list of synonyms, this handy reference explains important differences among related words and offers thousands of example sentences to show meaning in context. No other pocket thesaurus gives you as much help in choosing the exact word for every purpose.

Combines the most useful features of a thesaurus and a dictionary in an easy-to-use alphabetical arrangement and is the only work providing definitions and usage guidance for accurate synonym choice. Contains Idioms, Antonyms and related words.

The American Heritage First Dictionary is written especially for 5-8 year olds. The meanings of more than 2,000 age-appropriate words are made clear in easy-to-read definitions and example sentences enhanced by 550 full-color photographs and drawings that appeal to today's visually sophisticated children. This brand new edition has been entirely redesigned into a two column format. It's now paperback and has a larger trim size, making it lightweight yet still easy for young eyes to read. The entry words correlate with the vocabulary found in the curricula for the early primary grades, and this new edition has over 100 new words and senses, including creature, escape, parachute, and splash. The book features hundreds of engaging feature notes that show synonyms, opposites, rhyming words, and related words. These notes have been color-coded based on category, a feature new to this edition. The front matter includes a guide to using the dictionary that is useful for students, parents, and teachers alike. An instructive Phonics and Spelling Guide is included in the back-matter section to develop solid reading and writing skills.

The American Heritage First Dictionary is written especially for 58 year olds.The meanings of more than 2,000 ageappropriate words are made clear in easytoread definitions and example sentences enhanced by 550 fullcolor photographs and drawings that appeal to today's visually sophisticated children. This brand new edition has been entirely redesigned into a two column format.It's now paperback and has a larger trim size, making it lightweight yet still easy for young eyes to read.The entry words correlate with the vocabulary found in the curricula for the early primary grades, and this new edition has over 100 new words and senses, including creature, escape, parachute, and splash. The book features hundreds of engaging feature notes that show synonyms, opposites, rhyming words, and related words.These notes have been colorcoded based on category, a feature new to this edition.The front matter includes a guide to using the dictionary that is useful for students, parents, and teachers alike.An instructive Phonics and Spelling Guide is included in the backmatter section to develop solid reading and writing skills. Sold as a pack of 2 identical books.

A newly jacketed, eminently useful thesaurus for students in grades 6-10, providing burgeoning writers with 70,000 synonyms shown in contexts students can relate to. The American Heritage Student Thesaurus is especially designed to improve the reading and writing skills of students in middle school and early high school. The book offers 6,000 main entries and over 70,000 synonyms—more than any other thesaurus at this level—as well as a table explaining the parts of speech. Each main entry includes a clear sample sentence showing typical usage. Synonyms are listed in the order of how well they fit the meaning illustrated in the sample sentence, encouraging students to think about word choice as an active process rather than a rote procedure. Word Group features for words with no actual synonyms (such as boat or hat) provide conceptually related terms (such as ship or cap). Additionally, many entries contain lists of antonyms to help build vocabulary. This book has been updated with a new jacket to match the line look for The American Heritage Student Dictionary.

A newly jacketed, eminently useful thesaurus for students in grades 710, providing burgeoning writers with 70,000 synonyms shown in contexts students can relate to. The American Heritage Student Thesaurus is especially designed to improve the reading and writing skills of students in middle school and early high school.The book offers 6,000 main entries and over 70,000 synonymsmore than any other thesaurus at this levelas well as a table explaining the parts of speech.Each main entry includes a clear sample sentence showing typical usage.Synonyms are listed in the order of how well they fit the meaning illustrated in the sample sentence, encouraging students to think about word choice as an active process rather than a rote procedure.Word Group features for words with no actual synonyms (such as boat or hat) provide conceptually related terms (such as ship or cap).Additionally, many entries contain lists of antonyms to help build vocabulary.This book has been updated with a new jacket to match the line look for The American Heritage Student Dictionary. Sold as a pack of 2 identical books.

A brand new edition of our superb dictionary for children in grades 3-6 (ages 8-12), with age-appropriate vocabulary, easy-to-understand definitions, lively example sentences, and delightful color images. The American Heritage Children's Dictionary has been completely revised, updated, and redesigned for a brand-new edition, ensuring that this title remains fresh and current while providing the visual appeal needed to captivate young readers. For this brand-new edition, every definition has been reviewed, and hundreds of new senses and new words and definitions—ranging from android to vegan—have been added. This edition includes a brand-new feature, Writers Choose Their Words. Nearly 100 new note boxes throughout the A-Z text highlight quotations selected from popular and classic young adult and children's literature and show key vocabulary words in context. With entries written in easy-to-understand language, an abundance of example sentences that provide greater context, and stunning full-color illustrations, this engaging reference brings words to life and enhances the child's learning experience.

A brand new edition of our superb dictionary for children in grades 36 (ages 812), with ageappropriate vocabulary, easytounderstand definitions, lively example sentences, and delightful color images. The American Heritage Children's Dictionary has been completely revised, updated, and redesigned for a brandnew edition, ensuring that this title remains fresh and current while providing the visual appeal needed to captivate young readers.For this brandnew edition, every definition has been reviewed, and hundreds of new senses and new words and definitionsranging from android to veganhave been added.This edition includes a brandnew feature, Writers Choose Their Words.Nearly 100 new note boxes throughout the AZ text highlight quotations selected from popular and classic young adult and children's literature and show key vocabulary words in context.With entries written in easytounderstand language, an abundance of example sentences that provide greater context, and stunning fullcolor illustrations, this engaging reference brings words to life and enhances the child's learning experience. Sold as a pack of 2 identical books.

Developed by professional editors and educational consultants especially for preschoolers and children in the first years of school, the award-winning Picture Dictionary is a compilation of 900 of the words most commonly featured in elementary school reading programs and used every day by children in speech and writing. Entries are arranged alphabetically, introducing the concept that words in a dictionary are arranged in a sequence, and are illustrated with lively full-color drawings by distinguished children's illustrator Maggie Swanson. The same families and pets recur in the pictures, presenting children with a familiar cast of characters, engaging their attention. Playful example sentences show standard usage and encourage reading. The A-to-Z list is complemented by nine thematic illustrations at the back of the book that feature related vocabulary grouped in settings such as a classroom, a supermarket, and a zoo. Front matter includes an informative note to teachers and parents and guides them in using the book to best meet the needs of young readers. This book not only features a new cover, updated to match the line look of the other American Heritage juvenile dictionaries, but it is for the first time presented in paperback, to match the new edition of the American Heritage First Dictionary.

Developed by professional editors and educational consultants especially for preschoolers and children in the first years of school, the awardwinning Picture Dictionary is a compilation of 900 of the words most commonly featured in elementary school reading programs and used every day by children in speech and writing.Entries are arranged alphabetically, introducing the concept that words in a dictionary are arranged in a sequence, and are illustrated with lively fullcolor drawings by distinguished children's illustrator Maggie Swanson.The same families and pets recur in the pictures, presenting children with a familiar cast of characters, engaging their attention.Playful example sentences show standard usage and encourage reading.The AtoZ list is complemented by nine thematic illustrations at the back of the book that feature related vocabulary grouped in settings such as a classroom, a supermarket, and a zoo.Front matter includes an informative note to teachers and parents and guides them in using the book to best meet the needs of young readers. This book not only features a new cover, updated to match the line look of the other American Heritage juvenile dictionaries, but it is for the first time presented in paperback, to match the new edition of the American Heritage First Dictionary. Sold as a pack of 2 identical books.

Perfect for quick and easy skill building! Handy 32page composition book is sized for easy desk reference.

Composition booksized resources are great for easy desk reference.Plus, students will love coloring the cover a special way to say 'this is mine'! The perfect purchase for PTOsponsored funds and Title I funding.7 x 81/2 inches.32 pp.Lists of commonlyused words plus spaces to add words make reading, writing, and spelling more meaningful for every child.My Phonics Dictionary features short and long vowels, blends, digraphs, and other essential phonics skills.

An invaluable tool for students learning writing skills, this revised and expanded thesaurus is designed to make it easy to find the best word to express an idea.An affordable paperback, this volume is an ideal companion to Webster's Dictionary for Students, Fourth Edition.Features of this Book: 122,000 synonyms, antonyms and related words.Main entries have shared meaning core followed by a list of synonyms, related words and antonyms.Alphabetically arranged for easy lookups.Valuepriced for budgetconscious parents and teachers