Dictionaries

Collins Gem French School Dictionary is ideal for secondary school students looking for a dictionary that is clear, easy to use and in a handy format. Collins Gem French School Dictionary is specially designed for school students, and is ideal in the classroom, at home and during exams. / It contains all the words and phrases students will need, with key curriculum words highlighted, all essential phrases covered, and thousands of examples to show how French is really used. / The clear colour layout and alphabet tabs down the side of each page lead the students to the information they need quickly and without fuss. All main translations are underlined to help users go straight to the answer they are looking for. / The dictionary includes language tips and culture notes throughout the text. / Je suis, tu es! French verbs made easy! Each verb on the French side of the dictionary is cross-referred to a comprehensive 94-page verb guide, with full conjugations and example phrases showing the verb used in context. Also available in Spanish and German.

Collins Junior Illustrated Thesaurus is especially designed for children aged 6-8, with all the features you'd expect from the world's favourite dictionary publishers: clear, user-friendly design, up-to-the-minute vocabulary and beautifully illustrated in full colour. A must for all budding writers! A clear, easy-to-use thesaurus that provides real support for young writers and helps to build a child's vocabulary. Each headword is defined and each synonym is shown in context, making sure that children choose the right word for their needs. Example sentences demonstrate real writing - from favourite works of fiction to non-fiction texts such as newspaper extracts - showing the power of language used effectively. Full indexing gives children a quick check reference. A simple, step-by-step introduction shows children how to use the thesaurus. Additional material provides more support for budding writers. Design features link to Collins Junior Illustrated Dictionary, ensuring that children find the thesaurus easy to navigate. All headwords can be found in the Junior Illustrated Dictionary for further support.