First Dictionary
Fun to Learn S. Series
What’s inside...
Introducing MBI’s First Dictionary, a fabulous new dictionary for young children filled with Dawn Machell's delightful illustrations. The simple easy-to-understand definitions are presented in A-to-Z order and are supported by illustrations, ensuring young readers will find this book both useful and engaging. Each spread also includes a fun learning activity to further encourage children to interact with the book.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-4
Length
96 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What is your favorite word in the dictionary and why?
How do you think knowing more words will help you?
Can you think of a new sentence using a word we just learned?
Why do you think it's important to learn what words mean?
How does learning new words make you feel?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to choose a 'word of the day', and try to use it in conversations throughout the day.
Praise your child’s efforts to learn and use new words, reinforcing the fun aspect of discovering language.
Discuss the meanings of words in different contexts to deepen their understanding.
Create a fun, visual dictionary using drawings or pictures to represent new words, making the learning process engaging and memorable.
Connect words to your child’s experiences or interests to make the vocabulary more relevant and exciting.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Vocabulary Expansion
Explanation: First Dictionary introduces a wide range of words categorized by themes, providing children with an opportunity to broaden their vocabulary.
Real-World Application: Children can apply their newly learned words in daily conversations, enhancing their communication skills and expressing their thoughts more clearly.
Example Lesson: Understanding of the World
Explanation: This book groups words by familiar themes such as animals, seasons, and activities, helping children understand how these subjects relate to the world around them.
Real-World Application: With a better grasp of thematic vocabulary, children can relate new words to real-world contexts, such as recognizing types of animals during a zoo visit or naming seasonal changes.
Example Lesson: Spelling and Pronunciation
Explanation: Children are encouraged to not only read but also write words from the dictionary, reinforcing correct spelling and pronunciation.
Real-World Application: Improved spelling and pronunciation skills will be essential in school, particularly in writing essays and reading aloud in class, boosting their confidence and academic performance.
Example Lesson: Cognitive Development
Explanation: The process of searching and finding words in the dictionary fosters cognitive skills like memory and problem-solving.
Real-World Application: These critical thinking skills can be transferred to other academic subjects, promoting a more comprehensive educational development.
Example Lesson: Reading Confidence
Explanation: Frequent use of the dictionary for word meanings builds self-reliance and confidence in reading more challenging texts.
Real-World Application: As children feel more confident, they are likely to explore more books and resources, further nurturing their literacy and lifelong learning.