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Language: English
Published by Sourcebooks, Inc, 2022
- Softcover
- New
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Condition: New
£ 45.09
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Paperback. Part dictionary, part thesaurus, all the word-nerd fun! Absurd Words puts 750 high-level wacky words into engaging context for all the word-nerd fun!Kids with strong vocabularies are more successful in life. They are better readers and writers. They feel more confident tackling math and science. Parents and educators send kids to the dictionary or a thesaurus when they want to learn a new word. But dictionaries only work if you know the exact word you're looking for and thesauri lack the context for new words to really make sense.Enter this revolutionary dictionary-thesaurus hybrid that puts more than 750 high-level, wondrous, and wacky words in fun, engaging, and hilarious context. Kids will not only learn what words mean, but actually use them! Part dictionary, part thesaurus, all the fun! Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.
Seller Inventory # 9781492697428
- Title
- Absurd Words (Paperback)
- Author
- Tara Lazar
- Publisher
- Sourcebooks, Inc
- Publication year
- 2022
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1492697427
- ISBN 13
- 9781492697428
Turn curious kids into confident communicators with the hilariously brilliant vocabulary book that transforms language learning into pure fun.
Absurd Words is the definitive vocabulary builder for kids ages 8–12 who crave words with flavor. Packed with over 750 quirky, clever, and downright ridiculous words, this full-color illustrated, laughter-fueled reference is more than just educational, it’s unforgettable. Designed for middle-grade readers and loved by educators, parents, and word nerds alike, it’s a must-have for any child ready to level up their language skills.
If your child has ever giggled at “gobbledygook” or asked what “persnickety” means, this is their dream book.
Inside This Award-Winning Language Adventure:
- Organized by playful themes: From “Shenanigans & Monkey Business” to “Feelings & Fizzle,” find words by vibe, not alphabet
- Hilarious, memorable example sentences: No more dry definitions―these are words kids will actually use
- Etymology and fun facts included: Inspire curiosity about where words come from and how they evolve
- Perfect for educators, homeschoolers, and parents: A versatile tool for language arts, creative writing, or back-to-school prep
Whether it’s lighting a creative spark in the classroom or making wordplay a nightly ritual, Absurd Words turns language into a playground. It’s the gift that keeps on giving―at school, at home, and at every unexpected moment a perfect word is needed.
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