Get a head start in reading, writing and spelling at primary school with this colourful Oxford Children's dictionary. With clear definitions and helpful notes - and now including brand new writing tips from top children's authors - this handy dictionary encourages creativity, expands vocabulary and helps with homework. Key features include: • Helpful information on how to use words, word families and compounds words aids both children's spelling and their understanding of language • Top Writing Tips from best-selling children's authors Charlie Higson, Andy Stanton, Jeremy Strong and Jacqueline Wilson • Contains the top words that children need help to spell • Brightly illustrated, accessible and engaging • Handy dictionary for reading, writing and spelling, both at home and at school • Perfect for homework help • Online support with downloadable games, puzzles, and activities