Perfect for the child who is ready to move beyond an introductory dictionary, The Kingfisher Illustrated Junior Dictionary provides the necessary pedagogical support for the upper elementary and middle-school child. Comprehensive and authoritative, it defines over 4,000 words with clear, age-appropriate entries. Plenty of sample sentences offer further clarification, as do the easy-to-use pronunciation guides for difficult words. More than 600 bright photographs and illustrations contribute extra vocabulary information and make this dictionary a visual treasure trove. Illustrations expand and compliment textual information. Full-color, high-interest topic boxes provide an in-depth look at selected subjects and related vocabulary. Color-coded guide words and alphabet strings make words easy to look up.. Vocabulary panels discuss word-usage. Definitions clearly identify parts of speech, different word forms, and alternate spellings. Includes information about homonyms and antonyms and key language topics. Read Less