The Fisher-Price Picture Dictionary

by Dina Anastasio

Paperback – January, 1997 by Fisher Price (Author)

Hardcover

First published November 1, 1988

About the author

Dina Anastasio grew up and lives in New York City. She lived in West Cork, Ireland, for many years. She is a freelance writer and past editor of Sesame Street Magazine (four years). She is a mother of two with three grandchildren.

Reviews

[Wendy Arnhart]

The Fisher-price picture dictionary. (1987). New York: Fisher-Price.

Citation by: Wendy Arnhart

Type of Reference: Dictionary

Call Number: j 423A534f

Content/Scope: A dictionary for young children, kindergarten through 2nd grade, with over 600 entries. Each entry includes a colorful drawing and from one to three sentences using the word to show what it means. I would consider this to be a beginning dictionary.

Accuracy/Authority/Bias: This simple dictionary accurately depicts the meanings of basic words to help build vocabulary skills.

Arrangement/Presentation: Arrangement is alphabetical. This 160 page dictionary, with the aid of many colorful drawings, helps to develop basic vocabulary and basic reading skills. Young children will enjoy using this dictionary.

Relation to other works: Although there are many children's dictionaries, this dictionary provides an excellent introduction to use of the dictionary by young children.

Accessibility/Diversity: Illustrations do not show a very diverse population. Language is non-sexist. This book is very good for young children who are usually visual learners.

Cost: $25.00

Professional Review: This author researched, but did not find any professional reviews of this title.

[Alannajoanne · Rating 3 out of 5]

Okay, so maybe this is cheesy to add this book, but it was my favorite bedtime story when I was 3-5ish! Gosh, I was a nerd from the beginning.