The American Heritage Picture Dictionary » (Updated)

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Now updated with new contemporary art at selected entries, this delightful book introduces preschoolers and beginning readers to the idea of alphabetical order and helps prepare them for higher-level dictionaries. Colorful artwork by the well-known children’s illustrator Maggie Swanson brings words to life. Chosen by the editors of the American Heritage dictionaries in collaboration with educational consultants, each of the 900 entry words is age-appropriate.