Oxford Children's Dictionary: For ages 8+ with age-appropriate definitions and full-colour images (Oxford Children's Dictionaries)

Author: Dictionaries, Oxford

English

Published on 5 March 2026 by OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS in the United Kingdom.

Board Book |
155 x 215 x 20 | 598g

The Oxford Children's Dictionary is the ideal English language reference book for children aged 8+, supporting vocabulary growth, spelling accuracy, and reading comprehension at home or for homework. Fully updated with new words, age-appropriate definitions, and clear example sentences, this accessible dictionary helps young learners understand and use language with confidence. Key features include: • Perfect for children aged 8+ and at Key Stage 2 (KS2), supporting vocabulary development, spelling confidence, and reading comprehension for schoolwork, homework, and independent learning.

• Features new and updated words with clear example sentences, helping children understand meaning, spelling, and usage in context. • Clear, age-appropriate definitions carefully levelled for young readers, enabling children to look up words independently and accurately.

• Created using the Oxford Children's Corpus - a unique database of children's writing - ensuring the vocabulary reflects real language used by children and supports modern English learning.

• Full-colour design with photographic images to aid understanding and make the dictionary more engaging and visually accessible.

• Alphabet thumb tabs for quick and easy navigation, helping children confidently find the words they need.

• Includes a helpful support section on spelling, punctuation, and grammar, reinforcing key English skills taught at primary level.

• An ideal companion to the Oxford Children's Thesaurus (9781382074131), helping children improve both word choice and writing quality.