The Oxford First Thesaurus is a highly innovative reference book that will help children develop a confident writing style of their own. It is unique in that it is the only illustrated thesaurus at this level. Wonderful picture book illustrations bring this reference title to life and helps children to develop an interest in words and to grow their vocabulary for writing at school and at home. Special Features : BLOver 100 headwords listed alphabetically with a page or spread of their own. BLOver 1000 synonyms given along with opposites, sample sentences, word families, and descriptive vocabulary. BLFits the NLS requirements at Y1 and Y2. BLIncludes over used words. BLIntroduces the idea of a thesaurus as distinct from a dictionary. BLDevelops alphabetical skills and helps with early grammar. BLCompanion to the Oxford First Dictionary.