An all-new edition of the essential dictionary for children grades 3-5, ages 8-11. © 2009

• Over 36,000 fully revised entries.
• Expanded usage examples include more than 1,300 quotes from classic and contemporary children's literature.
• 250 word history paragraphs and over 130 synonym paragraphs.
• More than 900 new, colorful illustrations, photographs, and diagrams.
• New features include pronunciation paragraphs for every letter, Greek and Latin word root paragraphs, and child-friendly usage hints in full sentences.
• Special sections include geographical terms, signs and symbols, an introduction to Greek and Latin roots in English, a Guide for Writers, and a list of literary works used in the text.

• Format: Laminated hardcover
• Size: 848 pages; 8 1/4" x 10 1/4"
• ISBN: 978-0-87779-675-6