Webster′s New WorldTM Children′s Dictionary with CD–ROM (Webster's New World Children's Dictionary, 2nd Ed) - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0028631250 ISBN 13: 9780028631257

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 2000

Synopsis

Children, parents, and educators alike will love the dictionary software bundled with this all–new second edition of Webster′s New World Children′s Dictionary. Unlike other dictionary CD–ROMs, this one adds the complete text of the dictionary into any Windows 95/98 application. Children can look up any word on their screen for an instant definition. And See It, Say It, and Spell It activities make word learning not only easy, but fun. Webster′s New World Children′s Dictionary, Second Edition, has been written and designed specifically for children ages 8 to 11. Its more than 33,000 entries are based on contemporary children′s literature and the writings of children themselves. Definitions are clear and accurate, with thousands of up–to–date example sentences that put meanings in real–life contexts. Over 750 full–color photographs, illustrations, and maps aid understanding and add appeal. Word histories, synonym studies, spelling tips, and a children′s thesaurus help build important reading, writing, and spelling skills. With hundreds of new entries, maps, photos, illustrations, an all–new look, and a CD–ROM developed by Macmillan Digital Reference in collaboration with leading children′s software developers, Webster′s New World Children′s Dictionary, Second Edition now offers even more of the unique features and qualities most valued by parents and educators.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

The #1 Choice of Parents and Educators

The Most Up–to–Date Children′s Dictionary plus Electronic Dictionary and Word Learning Software

THE ONLY CHILDREN′S DICTIONARY THAT OFFERS ALL THIS:
Over 33,000 entries expertly selected to build reading and vocabulary skills
Over 750 drawings, photographs, and maps with the detail children need
Clear definitions written in language children understand
Example sentences that illustrate meaning and usage
Help with pronunciation that′s easy to find and use
Special notes and learning aids on synonyms, word histories, and spelling

This children′s dictionary is the result of original research by Webster′s New World(TM) lexicographers, using current and classic chidlren′s literature, school texts and references, and material written by children. Entries were selected in cnsultation with top educators and tested with classroom teachers across the nation.

Software that Entertains while it Teaches
Webster′s New World(TM) electronic children′s dictionary features Pop–Up technology, letting children display word definitions while working with other popular Windows 95/98 programs.

Six excting word games encourage learning. See it!, Say it!, and Spell it! games turn word recognition, pronunciation, and spelling into fun and challenging play.

Colorful, arcade–style games offer beginning and advanced levels, with on–line help. An audio pronunciation coach help children pronounce difficult word.

About this edition

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0028631250
• ISBN 13: 9780028631257
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 944
• Editor: Agnes Michael E.