Book excerpt: Here is a brand new picture word book illustrated by Val Biro for childrenwho are just learning (or starting out) to read and write. Over 500 words whichchildren encounter are listed in alphabetical order. Each word is accompanied bya phrase to show usage and by a lively illustration to express meaning. Aspecial picture section at the back on numbers, colours, festivals, fairytalecharacters, will help children with their own writing at school, and an extendedword list will help them with spelling. A first book of words for children toenjoy!