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Dictionaries and Thesauruses Are you often left hunting for the right word? Or maybe you have overused a word in your essay and need an alternative? If these sound like a regular problem for you, then it is time to invest in a dictionary or a thesaurus! Before we get into the different variations of dictionaries and explore all the different types available, let's highlight some classic dictionaries. Starting off with Collins, English Gem Dictionary and English Gem Thesaurus , these two resources both come in mini sizes for easy transportation. There is also the classic Oxford English Dictionary which has been a reference text and is the most widely-referenced historical dictionary of the English language. Oxford English Dictionaries come in many different variations Dictionaries for Children Whether your little ones are preparing to start their first day at school or if you’re sending them off to University, it is always handy to have a dictionary to help with their studies. For young children, we recommend Oxford Phonics Spelling Dictionary. This little book makes for a great home and school resource. With this dictionary, it is easy to explain how 'sun' and 'Cinderella' both start with the 's' sound and how 'dance' has the same 's' sound at the end. Other great dictionaries for young children are The Oxford First Dictionary and The Oxford Illustrated Children’s Dictionary . Both of these books are a great introduction to dictionaries, and using them in schools and at home will help further your child’s literary progression. Standard Dictionaries Whether you’re buying your child’s first ‘grown-up’ dictionary or you’re purchasing it for yourself, it can be overwhelming at times to know what to look for. There are so many brands, sizes and variations in prices, which makes it difficult when shopping for a dictionary. That is why we have highlighted our bestselling dictionaries to make it a little clearer for you. For a brief and comprehensive dictionary, you should