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Merriam-Webster’s First Dictionary Hardcover – March 15 2021

by Merriam-Webster (Editor), Ruth Heller (Illustrator)
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A unique treasury of words especially written for children in grades K-2, ages 5-7.

This beginner’s dictionary introduces young readers to 3,000 words using 1,000 entries and hundreds of captivating illustrations by beloved children’s illustrator, Ruth Heller.

With this indispensable learning tool, children will have fun discovering more about words, their meanings, and how to spell them.

  • Teaches basic dictionary skills: alphabetization, spelling, parts of speech, letter sounds, use of synonyms and antonyms, and homographs and homophones
  • Jokes, riddles, poems, and fun facts all about words make learning fun
  • References to popular stories, fairy tales, myths, and nursery rhymes spark imagination and encourage language exploration
  • Words, phrases, and their meanings are discussed in full age-appropriate sentences, with usage examples to show how they are used in context

Discover a world of information in this engaging, full-color dictionary for children!

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  1. Reading age
    5 - 7 years
  2. Print length
    448 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Kindergarten - 2
  5. Dimensions
    22.23 x 2.54 x 28.27 cm
  6. Publisher
    Merriam-Webster Inc
  7. Publication date
    March 15 2021
  8. ISBN-10
    0877793743
  9. ISBN-13
    978-0877793748
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Ciceia
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in Canada on February 18, 2024
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Read it with my son every night , not only him I also learned a lot from this dictionary!
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Christy
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2024
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Very good dictionary for young kids. It’s helping my third grader with his spelling. Lots of common words for his age.
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amritanshu
1.0 out of 5 stars Has very obvious words and missed on a lot of terms
Reviewed in India on January 3, 2022
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This dictionary is filled with words like van, thirsty, tiger, water a lot of common words that an average 5-6 years old already knows what they mean. And a lot of other stuff that kids would need help with is missing. We almost always switched to a regular dictionary. Also pronounciation is not added you can learn a lot on that from any ladybird book. Waste of money.
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Andrea
5.0 out of 5 stars Dictionary
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2024
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BM-P
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent reference resource for beginning readers
Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2022
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“Merriam-Webster’s First Dictionary,” compiled by the editors of Merriam-Webster Inc. and illustrated primarily by Ruth Heller, the popular author and illustrator of 23 fiction and nonfiction children’s books, is an excellent resource for children age five to seven. Conceived and executed specifically for beginning readers, this introductory reference features a “Preface” that explicates the premise of the work; an “Introduction to Teachers and Parents” that presents the work’s methodology; and “Here’s How to Use Your Dictionary,” which delineates the reference’s format and includes “Entry Blocks,” “Headwords,” “Word Functions,” “Related Words,” “Explanations,” “Example Sentences,” “Bonus Words,” “Word Histories,” “Stories,” “Poems,” “Head-Scratchers” (which provides “fun stuff about words”), “Look-It-Up Notes,” and “Jokes” (such as riddles and knock-knock jokes). Large-font alphabetic page headers that identify the first letter of the words included on that page and “Page Turn” symbols which indicate that entry blocks continue onto the next page provide clear visual directions for utilizing the dictionary. An entry block for each letter features a poem that outlines the sound(s) of the initial letters included in that section of the dictionary using sample words. Unfortunately, however, there is neither a pronunciation guide nor pronunciation symbols to facilitate learning word sounds. The parts of speech (noun, verb, adjective, adverb, interjection), however, for each word are clearly listed. Another criticism is that some words known and/or used by children are omitted from the dictionary. “Meow” and “cat,” for example, are included as is “dog,” but “woof” is omitted. A profusion of beautiful, vivid, full-color illustrations enhances the definitions and font color differentiation is used throughout the dictionary to distinguish categories of text. The dictionary concludes with sections on “words to help you with spelling” that includes “in-between words” (such as “about,” “against,” “because”), “words that point,” (such as “her,” “his,” “mine,” “their,” “which,” “who,” “you”), “Words about being and doing” (such as “are,” “be,” “been,” “could,” “might,” “should,” “would”) and “Numbers” that are listed numerically and in words. “More Spelling Words” includes “again,” “count,” “many,” “often,” “there,” “too,” “what,” “when,” “where,” and “why” among others and “Word Functions” explicates various parts of speech. Finally, “Timeline” features word etymology. Criticisms notwithstanding, this juvenile resource is admirably conceived, organized, delineated, and produced and is sure to appeal to youngsters and parents alike. The sturdy construction and heavy paper will withstand continuous use, the large format (8 and 3/4” x 11” x 7/8”) will be easy for small hands to hold, and the reasonable price is a bargain. This is a highly recommended resource, especially since most children’s dictionaries are intended for older readers.
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Paula V
4.0 out of 5 stars Good book
Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2024
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It’s a good book, wanted more common words.
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