Illustrated Dictionary: A Comprehensive Reference Book About English for Children (Ages 9-12) (Illustrated Dictionaries and Thesauruses)

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+.

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.