Australian Integrated Primary Oxford Dictionary

The Australian Integrated Primary Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus is a comprehensive, user-friendly reference book tailored for upper primary students aged 10-12 years. This paperback edition includes over 20,000 dictionary headwords and 10,000 thesaurus entries, offering a rich resource for expanding vocabulary, improving writing, and developing editing skills. With dictionary and thesaurus entries colour-coded for ease of use, this resource helps learners distinguish word meanings and find suitable alternatives during writing tasks. It has been completely revised to reflect contemporary Australian English usage, making it an accurate and relevant tool for modern learners. Suitable for home or school use, this integrated reference fosters academic success by encouraging thoughtful word choices, increasing understanding of complex vocabulary, and supporting grammar learning through examples and usage tips.

Educational Benefits:

• Expands vocabulary and enhances writing fluency.
• Encourages critical thinking and editing using synonyms.
• Supports comprehension of challenging texts with contextual examples.
• Promotes independent learning and research skills.

Classroom Ideas:

• Assign as a reference tool during report writing or persuasive texts.
• Use in vocabulary journals and spelling extension tasks.
• Incorporate into group editing and peer review sessions.
• Create synonym swaps to improve descriptive language.

Safety & Information:

• Ages: Suitable for children aged 10-12 years.
• Measurements: Standard paperback school dictionary format.
• Safety: Softbound; no small or hazardous parts.