Synopses & Reviews
This delightful book introduces children to the idea of alphabetical order and helps prepare them for higher-level dictionaries. Engaging illustrations bring words to life.
Includes 900 age-appropriate entry words Multicultural characters appear throughout in familiar, family-based situations Updated with colorful new art and an alphabet feature page
About the Author
The Editors of the American Heritage Dictionaries and of other reference titles published by Houghton Mifflin Company are trained lexicographers with a varied array of interests and expertise. Most of the editors hold graduate degrees and have studied at least one foreign language. Several have degrees in linguistics or in the history of the English language. Others have degrees in science or sometimes other disciplines. All the editors familiarize themselves with the vocabulary in specific subject areas, collect materials on new developments and usage, and work in association with consultants to ensure that the content of our publications is as accurate and as up-to-date as possible.