Australian Primary Oxford Dictionary is an essential reference for Australian Upper Primary students with appendix words that identify core words in key learning areas. Over 14,000 headwords. Blue shaded feature boxes (easily distinguished from entries). Alphabet strip on the side of every page acts as a thumb index Parts of speech, plurals and derivatives written out in full to help with grammar. Word origins are provided for borrowings from Aboriginal languages. A map at the back shows the location of the 22 Aboriginal languages referred to in this dictionary. Illustrative sentences from we... View More...
This new edition of the Collins COBUILD English Grammar is a modern, global and learner-focussed grammar reference, aimed at learners and teachers of English. Collins COBUILD English Grammar is based on the evidence of the 4.5-billion-word Collins Corpus, and is an invaluable guide to the English language as it is written and spoken today, in all areas of the world. It has been thoroughly updated, to take into account significant changes in grammar over recent years.With a user-friendly style and simple explanations, the Collins COBUILD English Grammar provides a comprehensive and authoritativ... View More...
The 4th edition of the Collins COBUILD Intermediate Learner's Dictionary has been revised and updated to include detailed coverage of today's English in a clear, attractive format. Ideal for intermediate level learners of English, and with full sentence definitions written in simple, natural English, this dictionary is easy to use and understand. Thousands of updated examples, taken from the 4.5 billion word Collins Corpus, show learners how the words are used in authentic contexts.This dictionary covers all the essential words, phrases and idioms that students at this level need to learn and ... View More...
An up-to-date dictionary and a user-friendly grammar guide in one handy volume. A clear layout, cultural notes and an easy-to-use, revised grammar section make this the ideal Italian reference for intermediate learners. Designed for all intermediate learners of Italian, whether at school, at home, or for business. 90,000 references and 120,000 translations will help those learning Italian take their language skills to the next level.• This edition has been revised and updated to offer extensive and relevant coverage of today's English and Italian with thousands of phrases and examples guidin... View More...
Solar That Really Works fills a previously all but unexplored need. In one tightly written book, Collyn covers all that is needed to design and install solar electrical systems in anything from a tiny caravan or campervan to a large fishing camp. It includes the specialised needs of big converted coaches and the increasingly accepted fifth-wheeler caravans.
Solar That Really Works covers just what can and cannot realistically be run from a typical solar installation. It shows how to calculate the energy required, shows simple ways of finding out the most probable solar energy available anyw... View More...
With 372,000 copies in print, this is the most trusted and comprehensive reference on every aspect of chicken care, housing, feeding, and health care. The full-color new edition features the most current practices and a fresh new design. Serious poultry farmers and backyard bird raisers have relied on this best-selling reference for more than 20 years. The fourth edition of Gail Damerow's comprehensive handbook is now completely revised and redesigned, making it more accessible and informative than ever. You'll get the most up-to-date details on shelter, food, health care, eggs, chicks, and me... View More...
Whether you're running a farm or interested in keeping a few backyard birds, Storey's Guide to Raising Poultry covers everything you need to know to successfully raise your own chickens, turkeys, waterfowl, and more. Stressing humane practices throughout, Glenn Davis provides expert advice on breed selection, housing, feeding, behaviour, breeding, health care, and processing your own meat and eggs. With tips on raising specialty species like doves, ostriches, and peafowl, you'll be inspired to experiment with new breeds and add diversity to your poultry operation. 464 pages. View More...
The Primary Maths Handbook is the essential reference resource for students, teachers and parents. Updated to include all the latest terminology and mathematical concepts covered in the Australian Mathematics Curriculum. The handbook includes: diagrams and worked examples handbook section that is divided into the Australian Mathematics Curriculum strands of Number and Algebra, Measurement and Geometry, and Statistics and Probability.mathematical concepts that are explained in detail, with clear diagrams and illustrations to aid understanding a quick-reference dictionary that has simple languag... View More...
Day to Day Cookery 4e is a well-respected and enduring collection of recipes designed to cater for both the beginner cook and the cook who has come to rely on its easy-to-follow classic recipes. This edition retains the strengths of the previous edition with its traditional, international and microwave recipes. It adds an exciting new dimension with low-fat and gluten-free versions of many delicious favourites to cater for the increasing number of Australians with special dietary needs. It also reflects the many influences on our culinary habits that an increasingly multicultural society bring... View More...
This all-in-one reference contains the complete text of the Australian School Dictionary and the Australian School Thesaurus, with dictionary entries at the front and thesaurus entries at the back. This combined dictionary and thesaurus is an ideal reference for students to improve their communication and writing skills. Over 20,000 dictionary headwordsOver 10,000 similar and related wordsInteresting word origins and usage notes where doubt or error is commonPaperback * 854 pp * 210 x 135 mm View More...
The Letters and Sounds My Beginner's Dictionary develops early spelling and dictionary skills. It assists young children with spelling and written language. Teaches alphabetical order. Develops dictionary skills to locate words. My Beginner's Dictionary includes letters and words in alphabetical order and allows each child to keep a record of their own frequently used words. In Part One, word lists appear in alphabetical order from A to Z. Listed under the letter on each page are a number of basic, most frequently asked for words. In Part Two, each page is associated with a theme fr... View More...
The Letters and Sounds Beginner's Book Queensland is designed to assist children to learn literacy skills in a fun way, for parents to understand and help effectively and for teachers to consolidate the necessary language skills. The purposes of this book is to teach: Basic movements and patterns for handwriting. Names of upper case and lower case letters. Spatial awareness. Phonic awareness. Listening to verses and jingles. Initial sounds of letters. Reading (CD). How to write-tracing. Speaking. Recognition of numerals. Pronunciation. Reading jingles. Letter family groups. ... View More...
The Australian Basic School Oxford Dictionary has been carefully compiled with the needs of students aged between 11 and 14 in mind. It is easy to use, avoiding abbreviations, symbols and other confusing conventions.This new edition has been completely revised and updated, with hundreds of new entries added that reflect the important areas of contemporary word creation. Up to date and new content Australian Curriculum content Pronunciation and UsageWord Origins Age Level: 11 - 14 Suitability: Primary and secondary school students Coverage: More than 20, 000 headwords View More...
This book used to be called the Australian Student's Colour Oxford Dictionary but is now just called Australian Student's Oxford Dictionary. The word colour just referred to the hightlights on every headword and derivative which still appears in the latest versions. Oxford's school dictionaries and thesauruses have been compiled with the needs of Australian students in mind. Based on the research of the Australian National Dictionary Centre in Canberra, they contain up-to-date Australian English usage and meanings. Each title is also tailored to ensure that it provides the right amount of de... View More...
My Personal Dictionary 4th Edition. Ideal for writing across the curriculum. Helps children understand the use of reference tools through the creation of their own simple versions. Uses state-specific handwriting fonts for practising handwriting skills. Includes phonics pages on short vowel rhyming words. Provides special illustrated wordlists at the back of the book, covering different themes in the curriculum. Includes all 500 Oxford Wordlist high-frequency words. View More...
This major new edition of the Oxford First Thesaurus in paperback has been updated to include more related words, synonyms and antonyms to develop children's writing skills, support comprehension and inspire a more creative and adventurous use of language. With its accessible alphabetical layout, fun colourful illustrations and relevant example sentences, it is the perfect resource for home and school to boost vocabulary and spark creative writing
skills. Also available in durable hardback format and an ideal companion to the new updated edition of the Oxford First Dictionary. Go online at ww... View More...
A new edition of the Oxford Junior Illustrated Thesaurus in paperback with thousands of synonyms, writing tips, overused words and word webs to build writing skills. Entries are simple and clear, and include relevant child-friendly example sentences to show children how to use different words accurately. Word lists and features on rhyming and onomatopoeic words will inspire creative writing and poetry. Easy-to-use and brightly illustrated, it is the
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The Oxford Primary Illustrated Maths Dictionary supports the curriculum and gives comprehensive coverage of the key maths terminology children use in the primary classroom. Each entry is in alphabetical order and along with a clear and straightforward definition, has a fun and informative colour illustration or diagram to help explain the meaning. Cross references link the user to other useful words in this dictionary so it is easy to build up vocabulary quickly. There is also a full index at the end. Additional information is given in a fully illustrated section on mathematical apparatus, sym... View More...
This Fourth Edition has more than 300 colour photographs that show the insects in their natural habitat, and the line drawings clearly illustrate subtle differences where identification is tricky. Whether you're an amateur insect enthusiast, a student or an entomologist, this updated and revised third edition of A Field Guide to Insects in Australia will help you to identify insects from all the major insect groups. With more photographs and up to date information, it will enable you to differentiate between a dragonfly and a damselfly or a cricket and a grasshopper. You'll find cockroaches... View More...
This write-in student book is part of a complete handwriting program for Prep to Year 7 students in Queensland. Book 1 is the second of eight books in the Write for Queensland Prep Fourth Edition series and has a fairytales theme that is sure to appeal to Lower Primary students. Features of the series include: A different theme for each book. Fun, novel reinforcing activities specific to the letter shape or join focus. Reference cards. Engaging, full colour pages. Directional arrows and starting dots. Activities using appropriate spelling words. ... View More...
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