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Gem School Thesaurus

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Gem School Thesaurus by Collins Dictionaries is a practical and engaging reference tool for children, designed to expand their vocabulary. It provides a range of synonyms and antonyms to help young readers understand the nuances of language and improve their writing. This handy thesaurus is ideal for schoolwork and personal exploration, showing children how to express themselves more accurately and creatively.
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The home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for school use.

A fantastic mini school thesaurus for age 11 and above in the best-selling Gem format to help you find the right word every time.

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The home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for school use.

Gem School Thesaurus is a fantastic mini school thesaurus for age 11 and above in the best-selling Gem format, designed to help you find the right word every time.

Written specially to assist with school work and homework, you will find thousands of synonyms to increase vocabulary, with examples to show context for every synonym listed.

This mini thesaurus includes a useful supplement to provide help with finding the right word. Every entry has a definition, and each alternative word is followed by its own example, aiding you in deciding which word is the most appropriate to use.

It is the perfect companion to the new Collins Gem School Dictionary, and an indispensable tool for any secondary school student aged 11 and above.

Using a thesaurus has never been easier!

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Gem School Thesaurus by Collins Dictionaries is highly praised for its kid-friendly layout and comprehensive content tailored for young learners. Reviewers appreciate its user-friendly design, which makes it engaging and accessible for children. The thesaurus is often recommended for enhancing vocabulary skills, with clear examples and easy navigation being key highlights noted by users.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008321185

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 May 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Collins

Edition: 6th Revised edition

Audience: Primary and secondary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 42.0mm

Width: 76.0mm

Height: 111.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 736

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