The Dorling Kindersley
Children's Illustrated Dictionary
is specifically aimed at children of seven years and up, an age when
children are becoming increasingly independent readers and writers and
when a dictionary can be a valuable companion.
Words and Pictures كلمات وصورUnlike many other dictionaries, the
Children's Illustrated Dictionary is not just about words — it also contains pictures. Children today are used to information being presented in a visual form through television, videos, and computers, and are skilled readers of images. As a result, they require books to be increasingly visually sophisticated.
The colorful photographs and illustrations in this dictionary are fresh, exciting, and highly relevant to children's interests and concerns. These images will help to draw young readers into the book, and also work with the text to give clear and concise definitions.
Vital Skills for Readers and Writers مهارات أساسية لمن يقرأ ويكتبUsing a dictionary can teach children many useful skills. One of the most important is the ability to locate information that is organized in alphabetical order. Once acquired, this skill will enable them to use many other reference books, from telephone directories to encyclopedias, which are organized along the same principle. The clear design and layout of this dictionary makes it easy for children to learn how to look things up.
The
Children's Illustrated Dictionary can also help to broaden vocabulary and improve spelling. Young readers and writers can find out for themselves what an unfamiliar word means, or check any spellings about which they are unsure.
In addition, this book will help children develop their awareness of words and the relationships between them. An introductory section explains the concept of parts of speech, such as nouns and verbs, which are also listed under each entry in the dictionary, while the end section looks at word beginnings and endings, spelling patterns, and common abbreviations.
A Dictionary with a Difference قاموس متميزUnique features of this dictionary are the 26 full-page entries, where words and pictures are grouped by theme. Browsing through these word collections on subjects as diverse as costume and time, children will enjoy recognizing known words and concepts, and discovering new vocabulary and information. These pages offer many opportunities for discussion and provide the basis for further exploration of a wide range of topics and themes.
A Lasting Work of Reference مرجع دائم The
Children's Illustrated Dictionary combines a core of common vocabulary with words that have a high interest level for children of this age group. It provides them with both a rich source of information about the world and an important resource for developing their reading and writing skills.
