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Help young writers build better stories with the updated third edition of Descriptosaurus by Routledge. This unique resource acts as a thematic expansion of a dictionary and thesaurus, designed specifically to help children aged 8 to 14 grow their descriptive vocabulary. Unlike standard reference books, this guide helps students zoom in on specific words to examine their meanings and expand them into rich phrases and sentences. By providing alternatives in words and sentence structures, Descriptosaurus allows children to experiment with language more effectively. It is an ideal tool for building narratives centered around characters, creatures, and settings. Whether used in a classroom or at home, this book provides the building blocks necessary for students to move beyond basic descriptions and develop more complex, engaging written work.

Key Features

Expanded vocabulary tools that help students move beyond simple words to more descriptive language and phrases.

Thematic resource design that functions as a specialized dictionary and thesaurus for creative writing tasks.

Supports narrative development by providing specific inspiration for creating characters, creatures, and settings.

Helps children experiment with sentence structure and language variety to improve their writing quality.

Comprehensive 330-page paperback edition that serves as a long-term reference for students aged 8-14.

Proven educational model refined over many years to help students examine word meanings and applications.

Product Specifications
Brand
Routledge
Format
hardcover
ASIN
1138093025
Category
Books > Subjects > Education Studies & Teaching > School Education & Teaching > School Systems > Secondary
Domain
Amazon UK
Release Date
16 November 2017
Listed Since
05 April 2017

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