Oxford Children’s Dictionary

About Oxford Children’s Dictionary

The Oxford Children’s Dictionary is an essential English language reference for young learners aged 8 and above, specifically designed to support vocabulary growth, improve spelling accuracy, and enhance reading comprehension. This comprehensive hardback dictionary is perfect for use at home or for homework, aligning with Key Stage 2 (KS2) English curriculum requirements. It features a fully updated collection of words, presented with clear, age-appropriate definitions and helpful example sentences that allow children to understand meaning, spelling, and usage in context.

Developed using the unique Oxford Children’s Corpus, a database of real children’s writing, this dictionary ensures that the vocabulary reflects language genuinely used by young people, supporting modern English learning effectively. Its full-colour design, complemented by engaging photographic images, makes the dictionary visually accessible and more enjoyable to use. Practical features like alphabet thumb tabs enable quick and easy navigation, empowering children to confidently locate the words they need. Additionally, a valuable support section on spelling, punctuation, and grammar reinforces key primary-level English skills, making it an ideal companion for any child’s educational journey.

Key Details

• Author: Unknown
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Format: Hardback, 448 pages
• Language: English
• Published: 2026
• ISBN: 9781382074117

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