Picture dictionaries (Children’s / Teenage) – The Bell Bookshop

Roots of happiness

Emma — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000

“I enjoyed this so much. As a pessimistic lover of words, this was both comforting and heart-warming. I always think that learning about etymology is a way to appreciate the secret code of the world, and Susie is the perfect guide and companion and lexical cheerleader.” – Stig Abel

“Susie Dent’s way with words always makes me happy. This is my kind of book. There’s positivity on every page.” – Gyles Brandreth

Susie Dent, bestselling author, broadcaster and word expert, is on a mission to find light in the deepest, darkest corners of our language.

It takes just a short browse through the dictionary to spot how it is filled with negative words. But Susie has searched far and wide to unearth happy and uplifting words and phrases that, in some cases, are long forgotten, while others have only just been discovered.

Paired with beautiful illustrations, this is the perfect book to lift you out of your mubble fubbles (a slightly sad mood), make you grin like a gigglemug (someone who never stops smiling), and have you feeling forblissed (extremely happy) in no time.

This joyous collection of 100 positive words and their origins will show readers young and old just how wonderful language can be – and how you can use your words to make the world a happier place.

My Big English Picture Dictionary

Emma — Thu, 01 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000

A comprehensive, charmingly illustrated hardback picture dictionary! Complete with over 700 essential words, 50 conversational phrases, useful grammar tips and a full word list, this book is easy to use and will appeal to young language learners. Perfect for giving children a confident start in English!

Picture Dictionary

Emma — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Delightful illustrations and clear definitions combine to make this the ideal first dictionary for young children. Words are shown in context to help children understand how they are used, and colourful alphabet strips along the edges of the pages aid navigation. There’s also user-friendly information on how to use a dictionary, simple explanations of word classes, and plenty of tips on grammar and spelling.

F is for Feminism: An Alphabet Book of Empowerment

Emma — Thu, 28 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000

This bright and bold dictionary of twenty-six thought-provoking words from A-Z is perfect for equipping girls, boys and everyone with the words they need to empower themselves!

Including:

Activism: trying to change something important by making your voice heard
Brainpower: your ability to come up with brilliant ideas
Compassion: caring about other people’s suffering
Diversity: including all kinds of different people
Equality: when everyone is treated in the same way
Feminism: fighting for equality between girls, boys and everyone

With bright and inclusive artwork from illustrator Carolyn Suzuki, F is for Feminism is a great conversation starter, and will inspire and motivate activists of all ages.

English Picture Dictionary

Emma — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000

In popular themes, all of the vocabulary from Hello English – A Beginner’s Guide to English appear in this reference book for English learners. Build confidence and give young learners the basic English skills they will need as they grow. Learning through clear, fun and familiar examples will spark a lifelong passion for English!