Book excerpt: This is a major new edition, now in colour, of the Number 1 best-selling Oxford Mini School Dictionary for 10+ years. It is the best quick reference tool available today and is particularly useful for primary school leavers who are preparing to start secondary school. Packed with information,it includes over 40,000 words and phrases, up-to-date words from the curriculum, international vocabulary, and new words from ICT. The clear and accessible colour design, the alphabet down the side of every page, and specially highlighted information on spelling, usage, and word histories, makesfinding the word you are looking for quick and easy. A special supplement on tricky words, confusable words, overused words, synonyms and idioms, gives pupils all the reading and writing support they need. The Oxford Mini School Dictionary is compact enough to fit into any pocket, has a durable,vinyl cover and is perfect to use at home and at school.