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Once Upon a Word: A Word-Origin Dictionary for Kids―Building Vocabulary Through Etymology, Definitions & Stories

Name: Once Upon a Word: A Word-Origin Dictionary for Kids―Building Vocabulary Through Etymology, Definitions & Stories
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Book Synopsis: Where do words come from?—Teaching kids ages 9 to 12 vocabulary through word origins The English language is made up of words from different places, events, and periods of time. Each of those words has an exciting story to tell us about where, when, how, and why they came about. Once Upon a Word is packed with easy-to-understand definitions and awesome word origin stories. With this dictionary for kids, you can understand the history and meaning of English words, improve your vocabulary and spelling, and learn to play with language. Explore how weird words like gnome, fun words like zombie, and common words like caterpillar came to exist. Discover why some words sound funnier than others (like cackle, sizzle, and twang) and why some groups of words start with the same few letters (like hydrate, hydrogen, and fire hydrant). In this dictionary for kids, there's a whole world of English words to uncover! This unique dictionary for kids includes: Roots & branches—Learn about the building blocks that make up words, called roots, prefixes, and suffixes.Kid-friendly definitions—Look up definitions designed for your reading level in this dictionary for kids.Word tidbits—Find out where your favorite food words got their start, from bacon to marshmallow, spaghetti, yogurt, and beyond. See how the English language evolved with this colorful dictionary for kids.

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Expand your vocabulary and dive into the fascinating world of word origins with Once Upon a Word: A Word-Origin Dictionary for Kids. This comprehensive dictionary is specifically designed for children aged 9 to 12, packed with easy-to-understand definitions and captivating word origin stories. Delve into the exciting history and meaning behind English words, and watch your vocabulary and spelling skills soar!

Introducing roots, prefixes, and suffixes— the building blocks of words. With Once Upon a Word, kids can explore the roots and branches of the English language, understanding how words are formed and discovering the connections between seemingly unrelated words. This dictionary is the perfect tool to enhance their linguistic knowledge in a fun and engaging way.

Not only will your child gain a deeper understanding of words, but they will also uncover fascinating word tidbits. Ever wondered how words like bacon, marshmallow, spaghetti, and yogurt came to be? Once Upon a Word has the answers! Discover the origins of your favorite food words and impress your friends with your newfound knowledge.

Don't miss out on the chance to improve your vocabulary, spelling, and language skills while having a blast with Once Upon a Word. Let your curiosity guide you through the colorful pages of this unique dictionary for kids. Get your copy today and embark on a journey through the intriguing world of words!

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