An essential dictionary for children grades 3-5, ages 8-11. This dictionary for young students covers the vocabulary needed today, including many new words from the fields of science and technology, such as alternative energy, friend, and Stem. More than 36,000 entry words with clear definitions are enriched with nearly 1,300 quotations from classic and contemporary children's literature. Over 900 full-color illustrations, photographs, and diagrams will fascinate young readers and improve their understanding of concepts. Word history, word root, and synonym paragraphs help students build vocabulary and improve spelling skills. This is a great resource for students building vocabulary, perfect for school or home.