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11+ (Year 7+, KS 3). A fresh new look for the popular Oxford Mini School German Dictionary or upper primary, lower secondary schools in handy mini format. It is the perfect quick-reference tool, exceptionally easy to use in a handy mini size with durable vinyl cover for home and school use. It will help the user to use German confidently, both as the spoken and the written word. All key words are included to give you a head start in learning German.
10+ (Years 6-7, KS 2-3). A major new edition, in colour, of the bestselling thesaurus for schools in mini format for the 10+ age range. It is the best quick reference tool available today and will be particularly useful for primary school leavers who are preparing to start secondary school. The Oxford Mini School Thesaurus is compact enough to fit into any pocket, has a durable, vinyl cover and is perfect touse at home and at school. Special attention is given to overused words to help pupils improve their writing skills. Topic words from science, geography, history, music and art are to be found in special tinted panels. Also includes a special supplement on Top 10 Tips for writing narrative, overused words and topic words for extended writing support.
8+ (Year 4, KS 2). This is a major new edition of the popular Oxford Primary Thesaurus and perfect for 7 to 11 year olds. It is an invaluable reference tool for pupils to reflect independently and critically on their own writing and edit and improve it. There are some great writing tips on how to use language imaginatively and effectively. It’s the perfect companion to the bestselling Oxford Primary Dictionary.
9+ (Year 5-6, KS 2-3). New 2012 Edition. A fresh new look for the 2007 edition of the combined School Dictionary & Thesaurus, with 40,000 dictionary entries and 100,000 synonyms in colour. Using the Oxford Concise School Dictionary on the top part of the page and the corresponding Oxford Concise School Thesaurus entries on the bottom, this combined Oxford School Dictionary & Thesaurus provides a one-stop shop for upper primary/lower secondary school users. We see it as the perfect 2in1 purchase by parents for their child.
9+ (Year 5-6, KS2-3). A new look, in colour, for the 2007 edition of the Oxford School Thesaurus, targeting the 9+ market with 150,000 synonyms, example sentences to support users, and extra reading and writing help. This authoritative thesaurus is an ideal companion to the comprehensive Oxford School Dictionary.
14+ (Year 12-13, KS5-6). New 2012 Edition. The Oxford Student's Dictionary has high vocabulary coverage for students aged 14+. It includes thousands of word origins, synonyms and usage notes. The comprehensive vocabulary, derived words, easy pronunciation guides, style and subject labels, make this an excellent dictionary and easy to use for the upper secondary level.
12+ (Year 7+, KS3-KS4). A fresh new look for the comprehensive Oxford Student's Dictionary with over 50,000 cross-curricular entries for students aged 11+ going into secondary education. It’s ideal for secondary school students to help them develop their language skills and prepare for exams. It is also a handy format for use at home and school.
12+ (Year 7+, KS 3). A fresh new look for this comprehensive secondary thesaurus, with 150,000 synonyms, to accompany the Oxford Student's Dictionary. This is the perfect secondary thesaurus for improving writing and building vocabulary. Panels give a broader range of synonyms, related words, and phrases on around 90 key topic themes. Handy paperback format with modern design - fresh and easy to use with virtual alphabet tabs on every page to help with navigational skills.
4+ (Reception and Foundation Stage). A very first, fully illustrated, dictionary in alphabetical order the Oxford Very First Dictionary introduces children aged 4+ to the features of a dictionary in an appealing way to help children build alphabet and word skills. Children will find new words easily, will enjoy extending their vocabulary because each word has a simple definition and a picture in order to help visualize the word. Contains familiar words each with a simple definition and an illustration which reinforces the definition. This dictionary includes topic-themed vocabulary at the back of the book.
9+ (Year 5-6, KS 2-3). A fresh new look for the 2007 edition of the combined School Dictionary & Thesaurus, with 40,000 dictionary entries and 100,000 synonyms in colour. Using the Oxford Concise School Dictionary on the top part of the page and the corresponding Oxford Concise School Thesaurus entries on the bottom, this combined Oxford School Dictionary & Thesaurus provides a one-stop shop for upper primary/lower secondary school users. We see it as the perfect 2in1 purchase by parents for their child.
7+ (Year 3-4, KS 2). This new 2007 edition of the Oxford Junior Thesaurus contains over 20,000 synonyms and topic words in alphabetical order, and a broad range of imaginative and adventurous synonyms with supporting example sentences. It also features useful panels focussing on overused words and writing tips.
10+ (Years 6 and 7, KS2-3). A fresh new look for the handy Oxford Pocket School Dictionary with 45,000 entries, extra central supplement on Study Notes and very durable linen finish cover and sturdy binding. It has all the text of the Oxford School Dictionary but in pocket form and yet still with an extremely accessible page design. The focus of the introduction is on all important grammar.
