26 letters and one complicated language. An Oxford School Dictionary is a classroom staple and can help pupils discover new vocabulary, aid their spelling skills and understand the true meaning of words when they come to write. The Oxford School Dictionary is arguable the best English dictionary for primary schools: containing 45,000 words and phrases and the indication of parts of speech and word forms, children will be able to gain a deep understanding of new vocabulary they come across. Teach children dictionary skills using the Oxford School Dictionary and dictionary skills games. Provide pupils with the ability to independently discover new vocabulary, check spellings and deeply understand the true meaning of words. Have a long-lasting hardback dictionary for your class that will take the rough and tumble expected of young pupils.