An easy-to-use reference book for developing dictionary skills with over 7000 cross curricular words to build vocabulary and language skills, boosting word power and building confidence. Includes simple and clear entries, topic word lists to support key subject vocabulary and activities to help with spelling and grammar. Key features include:• Numbered word meanings, word classes, inflections and relevant child-friendly example sentences• Topic word lists introduce vocabulary for school themes• Levelled support to make spelling, grammar and punctuation fun• Clear, accessible layout and engaging illustrations for the young reader and writer• Free online activities to build reading, comprehension and writing skills• For ages 6-8 or children in years 3 & 4• An ideal companion to the Oxford Junior Illustrated Thesaurus