Oxford International Primary Maths takes an enquiry-based approach to learning mathematics engaging students in the topics through asking questions that make them think & activities that encourage them to explore & practise As students progress through the course they not only learn about mathematical concepts but also how to use problem solving techniques in their approach to studying the subject The topics are explored in careful stages introducing different aspects at a pace that allows students to absorb & practise what they have learned Photos illustrations & diagrams are used to help students explore & understand & the language is clear & easy for primary children to understand For the teacher the Teacher's Guides provide step-by-step notes for each lesson guiding students through the topic & supporting students with their language development when needed ...

A fresh new look for the Oxford Junior Dictionary which features thousands of words & phrases in alphabetical order in a clear & accessible design Each entry contains simple easy-to-read numbered meanings word classes & age-appropriate example sentences These are taken from well-known children's authors such as Dick King-Smith Jacqueline Wilson & Roald Dahl They show the words actually in use to reinforce meaning & inspire children to use language more effectively making them more independent in their reading & writing Tinted panels provide extra language information on overused words words belonging to the same family & key language topics (such as connectives or apostrophes) This is powered by the Oxford Children's Corpus a unique electronic database of millions of words of writing for children Extra material carefully levelled for this age

Includes:: information on spelling success punctuation simple grammar key overused words (with alternatives) as well as word origins prefixes & suffixes Navigation is easy with the guidewords & the full alphabet on every page with a dark blue tab on the letter of the page For additional word games puzzles & activities go online to the wwwoxforddictionariescomschools website

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This updated edition of the Oxford Junior Illustrated Thesaurus features thousands of synonyms with new illustrations & photographs in a contemporary & easy-to-use design Entries are simple & clear & include example sentences to show the words in context It is powered by the Oxford Children's Corpus a unique electronic database of millions of words of writing for children Writing tips on choosing the right word character & setting vocabulary & alternatives to words like 'nice' & 'good' are given to support young writers Getting around the thesaurus is easy with the alphabet on every page & coloured tabs highlighting the letter of the page The Top 10 Tips for Writing Stories at the back are excellent It is the ideal companion to the Oxford Junior Illustrated Dictionary What's more you can go online for fun word activities for school & home on the wwwoxforddictionariescomschools website ...

With its fresh new look the Oxford Junior Thesaurus gives children starting KS2 the best writing support It contains entries in alphabetical order with thousands of imaginative synonyms with supporting example sentences Many of them are age-appropriate citations from well-known children's authors such as Dick King-Smith Narinder Dhami Jacqueline Wilson & Roald Dahl They show the words actually in use & will inspire budding writers to use language more effectively & independently Tinted panels provide more help for better writing with related words on various topics & alternatives for overused words This is powered by the Oxford Children's Corpus a unique electronic database of millions of words of writing for children Extra material levelled to the curriculum for this age include tips for spelling success punctuation simple grammar character & setting vocabulary special features such as Top 10 Tips for Writing Stories & help with letter-writing including text messages Navigation is made easy with the guide words & the full alphabet on every page with a coloured tab on the letter of the page It is the ideal companion to the Oxford Junior Dictionary For additional fun word games puzzles & activities go online to the wwwoxforddictionariescomschools website ...

A compact practical & comprehensive mini dictionary which provides full coverage of the core vocabularies of Latin & English New Latin words have been added from the writings of Plautus & Terence & from the study of Silver Latin With 25000 words & phrases & 50000 translations full grammatical information about each word & details of verb conjugations this is an invaluable tool for those needing a quick-reference dictionary for Latin The appendices offer additional information on historical & mythological names geographical locations as well as a 40-page grammar guide ...

This new edition has been fully revised & updated to offer up -to-date vocabulary & language support for student's learning German at GCSE & beyond All the current exam board vocabulary is included & curriculum words are flagged with a key symbol Word Tips provide information on common grammatical errors & confusable words while interesting cultural information is specially picked out in Culture boxes To support students building their range of vocabulary & get them using it confidently all words are also given in appropriate example sentences so that students can see how to use them correctly Extra grammar support is given with full verb tables including English translations of the different tenses to help with translating to & from German In the centre of the dictionary the illustrated thematic supplement

Includes:: questions answers comments & phrases & photocard activities to model those faced by students in their exams It has a contemporary look & feel & covers topics such as technology free-time activities customs & festivals social & global issues travel & tourism current & future study & employment

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This new edition has been fully revised & updated to offer up -to-date vocabulary & language support for student's learning Spanish at GCSE & beyond All the current exam board vocabulary is included & curriculum words are flagged with a key symbol Word Tips provide information on common grammatical errors & confusable words while interesting cultural information is specially picked out in Culture boxes To support students building their range of vocabulary & get them using it confidently all words are also given in appropriate example sentences so that students can see how to use them correctly Extra grammar support is given with full verb tables including English translations of the different tenses to help with translating to & from Spanish In the centre of the dictionary the illustrated thematic supplement

Includes:: questions answers comments & phrases & photocard activities to model those faced by students in their exams It has a contemporary look & feel & covers topics such as technology free-time activities customs & festivals social & global issues travel & tourism current & future study & employment

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Easy to use in the classroom or as a tool for revision Oxford Literature Companions provide student-friendly analysis of a range of popular A Level set texts Each book offers a lively engaging approach to the text covering characterisation & role genre context language themes structure performance & critical views whilst also providing a range of varied & in-depth activities to deepen understanding & encourage close work wtih the text Each book also

Includes:: a comprehensive Skills & Practice section which provides detailed advice on assessment & a bank of exam-style questions & annotated sample student answers This guide covers Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller

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Easy to use in the classroom or as a tool for revision the Oxford Literature Companions provide student-friendly analysis of a range of popular set texts Each book offers a lively engaging approach to the text covering characters themes language & contexts whilst also providing a range of varied & in-depth activities to deepen understanding & encourage close work with the text Each book also

Includes:: a comprehensive Skills & Practice section which provides detailed advice on assessment & a bank of exam-style questions & annotated sample student answers This guide covers ' Lord of the Flies' by William Golding

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Easy to use in the classroom or as a tool for revision Oxford Literature Companion Workbooks provide student-friendly support for a range of popular GCSE set texts Each write-in workbook offers a range of varied & in-depth activities to deepen understanding & encourage close work with the text covering characters themes language & contexts Each workbook also

Includes:: a comprehensive Skills & Practice section which provides advice on assessment & sample student exam answers This workbook covers Lord of the Flies by William Golding

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