Oxford Illustrated Science Dictionary

Description: Accelerates Academic Language Development The Oxford Illustrated Science Dictionary supports and promotes success in science by making academic vocabulary accessible to high-beginning and intermediate language learners. This dictionary is flexible enough to be used in whole-group, small-group, and independent learning modules and serves as a bridge between picture dictionaries and learner dictionaries. Each dictionary entry includes: Academic word Part of speech Pronunciation Simple definition Illustration Work contextualized in a sentence Key Features: • Includes 500-700 terms. • Full-colour illustrations and photos provide context and meaning. • Coverage includes biology, health, Earth science, chemistry, physics and more. • Examples model correct usage in context. • Cross-references expand math concepts and vocabulary. Contents: How to Read a Dictionary Entry Pronunciation Key Dictionary Entries Word Lists by Science Category Science Charts and Tables