Reference Books
We recommend this thesaurus for use in Reception & KS1.
Recently updated - March 2026
This major new edition of the Oxford First Thesaurus in paperback has been updated to include more related words, synonyms and antonyms to develop children's writing skills, support comprehension and inspire a more creative and adventurous use of language. With its accessible alphabetical layout, fun colourful illustrations and relevant example sentences, it is the perfect resource for home and school to boost vocabulary and spark creative writing skills.
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We recommend this dictionary for use in Key Stage 2
Recently updated - March 2026
The Oxford Children's Dictionary is the ideal English language reference book for children aged 8+, supporting vocabulary growth, spelling accuracy, and reading comprehension at home or for homework. Fully updated with new words, age-appropriate definitions, and clear example sentences, this accessible dictionary helps young learners understand and use language with confidence.
Key features include: Perfect for children aged 8+ and at Key Stage 2 (KS2), supporting vocabulary development, spelling confidence, and reading comprehension for schoolwork, homework, and independent learning.
We recommend this dictionary for use in Key Stage 2
Recently updated - March 2026
Help children take their writing and speaking skills to the next level with the Oxford Children's Thesaurus - the essential vocabulary builder for young learners aged 8+. Perfect for home learning, homework support, or independent writing, this thesaurus inspires children to expand their language with thousands of exciting, creative, age-appropriate synonyms.
Key features include: • Builds confident writing and speaking skills for ages 8+ (KS2), with thousands of exciting, creative synonyms designed specifically for children.
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We recommend this dictionary for use in Years 5 & 6.
Recently updated - March 2026
This hardback edition of the bestselling Oxford School Dictionary is filled with contemporary, relevant, and comprehensive vocabulary, perfect for use by children aged 10+ at home or in the classroom. Complete with example sentences, fascinating word origins, and grammar and punctuation panels, this handy dictionary supports today's students with their language and spelling skills, and helps with the transition from primary to secondary.
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We recommend this dictionary for use in Reception & Key Stage 1.
Recently updated - March 2026
Help young learners explore their world with confidence using the newly updated Oxford First Atlas - the perfect first atlas for home learning, school projects, and early geography skills. Designed specifically for children aged 5+ and fully aligned with the EYFS and Key Stage 1 Geography Curriculum, this beautifully illustrated atlas builds early map-reading skills, locational knowledge, and key vocabulary in a child-friendly, engaging way. Key features include: • Ideal for children aged 5+ (EYFS & KS1): builds foundational geography and map-reading skills.
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We recommend this thesaurus for use in Years 5 & 6
The hardback edition of the bestselling Oxford School Thesaurus is perfect for use by children aged 10+ in the classroom or at home. Complete with focused coverage of words, synonyms and antonyms this dictionary is ideal for building vocabulary and helping children to progress from primary to secondary school.
Key features include:• Up-to-date and relevant vocabulary to support today's students with language and writing. Clear, accessible, age-appropriate examples relevant to the language children use in real life, in their reading and writing• Builds essential literacy and writing skills with spelling, grammar and punctuation support and tips for creative writing.
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Written for 5 to 7 year-old this atlas is ideal for teaching Key Stage 1, helping to cover geography, history, science, citizenship and literacy requirements- Written by experts Professor David Wright and Rachel Noonan- Published in association with the Royal Geographical Society- 50 pages of clear, child-friendly maps showing our world today- Countries of the world brought to life with flags, illustrations and photos- Bold text, simple words and short sentences to encourage reading skills- Starts with the Earth as a Planet then zooms into each of the world's regions with maps and illustrations- Numbered balloons on each map link to photos of a real placeFully revised and updated, the atlas is for children aged 5-7 in the early stages of reading, with simple text to explain what is happening on the maps and illustrations - all compatible with National Curriculum Key Stage 1. Clear, child-friendly maps are combined with vibrant photographs and facts about the world. Guidance is given at the beginning of the atlas on how to use the maps, encouraging the early development of map skills.
Each colourful spread is illustrated with photographs and packed with fact boxes, curiosities, flags, stamps and simple quiz questions. Philip's RGS Infant School Atlas is both fun to use and easy to understand. The text is simple and uncomplicated to encourage early reading skills.
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We recommend this Atlas for use in EYFS & KS1.
Published March 2022.
Collins First Atlas is a fun, vibrant and clear starter atlas for children aged 4-7 years, providing the perfect foundation to basic geography skills.
The atlas begins by introducing pupils to photographs and mapping of a local area, then gradually leads them through maps of regional, national, continental and global areas. Short, informative sentences introduce pupils to basic geographical and atlas vocabulary. Maps are clearly labelled to highlight certain countries and features. Mapping concepts are presented in a way that supports learning development, as concepts become more complexIdeal for classroom use or home learning.
We recommend this Atlas for use in KS2.
Published in March 2023.
Collins Primary Atlas is a great introduction to mapping of the UK, Europe and all major regions of the world. It supports the Key Stage 2 curriculum and is suitable for children aged 7-11 years. This new, fully up-to-date edition includes information on map reading skills, the meaning of scale and measuring distances, and is ideal for classroom use or home learning.
Reference maps:* Informative, politically coloured and easy-to-read* National capitals and major cities are clearly labelled* Maps are supported with national flags and basic national statistics Continental maps:* Linked to regional mapping* Supported by a selection of aerial and terrestrial photographs* Relief maps show layer colouring and highlight major physical features
We would recommend this atlas to be used UKS2.
Published March 2023.
This is an ideal world reference atlas for young primary school geographers aged 8-11 years. Published in association with the Geographical Association, it enables children to learn about the world today and understand how maps and atlases work. The atlas is organised into sections covering the UK, Europe, the world and continents with more detailed larger scale maps of countries and regions popular for focus studies.
It includes topics such as climate, population, migration, trade and environmental issues. Topographical based mapping helps the young geographer understand the processes which take place during the formation of the earth's landscapes. The reference mapping is designed for maximum clarity and accessibility, and is supported by photographs and data boxes, with detailed map keys and scale information on each map.
Specially selected topic maps give additional information linking to knowledge and understanding of distant places. Tables of key world country data include an Ecological Footprint figure for each country.
We recommend this GPS Dictionary for use in KS2.
With a clear, colour layout and quirky bird characters to make it fun to use, this is a dictionary with a difference. The book divides into sections - the first provides explanations for all the grammar terms required for the primary curriculum, the second, punctuation marks and when to use them, and the third section provides spelling rules, tips and examples. New for this edition is a fourth section on how to discover different words and to grow your vocabulary.
This provides perfect support for building language in context and improving literacy skills at the end of primary school. Finally, there is an alphabetical dictionary of tricky spellings - with no meanings - but with hints and tips on how to avoid making spelling mistakes. These words are chosen using analysis of real children's writing in the Oxford Children's Corpus.
It is a valuable resource for preparation for tests at the end of primary school. Online activities provide for easy practice at home or can be used as part of lesson starters or homework. For free downloadable activity worksheets, go to www.oxfordschooldictionaries.com.
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Bag the perfect GCSE Atlas this Back to School. Fully revised and updated for 2021, this curriculum-supportive world atlas is the perfect tool for students aged 14-16 years (Key Stage 4, GCSE 9-1). It features up-to-date reference and thematic mapping, country-by-country statistics, an extensive geographical dictionary and a fully comprehensive index.
Colour coded for ease of useIncludes thematic maps and accompanying graphs and tablesCovers tourism, telecommunications, environmental and socio-economic topicsLists relevant web addresses on each thematic page so students can explore topics more deeplyHigh quality satellite imagery supports data on the maps and is used to illustrate key environmental issuesUp-to-date demographic and socio-economic statistics can be used to support geographical, tourist, mathematical, economic or IT projects.
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The Oxford English Dictionary for Schools is easy to use with clear signposting, accessible design, and expertly levelled definitions and examples, making it the perfect language resource for school work and studying at home. It has been updated extensively to include even more KS3 curriculum vocabulary and is ideal for students preparing for GCSEs and other exams. New words and phrases include cloud computing, coronavirus, mental health, podcast, web developer and zero carbon.
It is powered by the Oxford Children's Corpus, a unique electronic database of millions of words written by and for children, which means that the vocabulary is presented in a way that is both accessible and stretching. There are also lots of additional features to support students acquiring a broader vocabulary, such as language panels for project work, related words and antonyms, usage notes for confusable words, and interesting word origins. It also contains real example sentences from the best children's books and teenage fiction, which show students how to use language effectively.
There are inspiring examples from authors such as David Almond, Philip Pullman, William Golding, Anthony Horowitz, Beverley Naidoo, and many more from the curriculum reading lists. Free downloadable learning resources, word games, puzzles, and much more are available for additional online support at www.oxforddictionaries.com/schools.
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The Oxford English Thesaurus for Schools is easy to use with its accessible layout, making it the perfect language resource for school work and studying at home. Fully updated, it delivers a wide vocabulary with excellent coverage of curriculum words, for example cell and fraction, as well new words on topics such as technology, health and the environment. It also provides context with age-appropriate example sentences, from the best children's books and teenage fiction, to show students how to use language most effectively.
It is powered by the Oxford Children's Corpus, a unique electronic database of millions of words written by and for children, which means that the vocabulary is presented in a way that is both accessible and stretching. It gives hands-on support to young writers, with a unique toolkit on writing skills, including word webs, special synonyms, overused words panels, writing tips panels, and usage notes. It also includes a new section on creative writing drawing on the 500 words to support students with their own writing.
This is the ideal resource to use when preparing for the Spoken Language Study and the English Language objectives of the GCSE specifications for KS3-4, and where permitted, is ideal for taking in to Controlled Assessments, along with the companion Oxford English Dictionary for Schools. Free downloadable learning resources, word games, puzzles, and much more are available for additional online support at www.oxforddictionaries.com/schools
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The Oxford Student's Mathematics Dictionary provides comprehensive exam and revision support to secondary school students. With over 1000 key maths terms and concepts, related words in feature panels, helpful diagrams, formulas, tables, and illustrations in two colours, this is a key reference guide for students preparing for GCSE and other exams. This fully updated new edition has even more words to match the new curriculum requirements and the higher vocabulary expectations at GCSE and beyond.
More focus is given to topics like data, circle geometry, quadratics, matrices, vectors, and problem solving, with panels featuring worked examples and useful formulas to extend subject knowledge. The 2-column alphabetical dictionary format makes it easy to navigate and to find information fast, with cross-references to related entries building mathematical knowledge and technical vocabulary. Free downloadable learning resources, activities, puzzles, and much more are available for additional online support at www.oxfordschooldictionaries.com .
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The Oxford Student's Science Dictionary provides comprehensive exam and revision support to secondary school students. With over 1000 key scientific terms and concepts, related words in feature panels, helpful diagrams and illustrations in two colours, this is a key reference guide for students preparing for GCSE and other exams. This fully updated new edition has even more words to match the new curriculum requirements and the higher vocabulary expectations at GCSE and beyond.
More focus is given to topics like ecology, environment and conservation, with a range of new entries from biodiversity and stem cell research to controlled variable, carbon footprint and lifestyle choices that can help to close the word gap, specifically in the area of scientific and technical vocabulary. The 2-column alphabetical dictionary format makes it easy to navigate and to find information fast. Free downloadable learning resources, activities, puzzles, and much more are available for additional online support at www.oxfordschooldictionaries.com
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This new edition has been fully revised and updated to offer up -to-date vocabulary and language support for student's learning Spanish at GCSE and beyond. All the current exam board vocabulary is included and curriculum words are flagged with a key symbol. Word Tips provide information on common grammatical errors and confusable words, while interesting cultural information is specially picked out in Culture boxes.
To support students building their range of vocabulary and get them using it confidently, all words are also given in appropriate example sentences so that students can see how to use them correctly. Extra grammar support is given with full verb tables, including English translations of the different tenses, to help with translating to and from Spanish. In the centre of the dictionary, the illustrated thematic supplement includes questions, answers, comments and phrases and photocard activities to model those faced by students in their exams, It has a contemporary look and feel and covers topics such as technology, free-time activities, customs and festivals, social and global issues, travel and tourism, current and future study and employment.
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This new edition has been fully revised and updated to offer up -to-date vocabulary and language support for student's learning French at GCSE and beyond. All the current exam board vocabulary is included and curriculum words are flagged with a key symbol. Word Tips provide information on common grammatical errors and confusable words, while interesting cultural information is specially picked out in Culture boxes.
To support students building their range of vocabulary and get them using it confidently, all words are also given in appropriate example sentences so that students can see how to use them correctly. Extra grammar support is given with full verb tables, including English translations of the different tenses, to help with translating to and from French. In the centre of the dictionary, the illustrated thematic supplement includes questions, answers, comments and phrases and photocard activities to model those faced by students in their exams.
It has a contemporary look and feel and covers topics such as technology, free-time activities, customs and festivals, social and global issues, travel and tourism, current and future study and employment.
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This new edition has been fully revised and updated to offer up -to-date vocabulary and language support for student's learning German at GCSE and beyond. All the current exam board vocabulary is included and curriculum words are flagged with a key symbol. Word Tips provide information on common grammatical errors and confusable words, while interesting cultural information is specially picked out in Culture boxes.
To support students building their range ofvocabulary and get them using it confidently, all words are also given in appropriate example sentences so that students can see how to use them correctly. Extra grammar support is given with full verb tables, including English translations of the different tenses, to help with translating to and fromGerman. In the centre of the dictionary, the illustrated thematic supplement includes questions, answers, comments and phrases and photocard activities to model those faced by students in their exams, It has a contemporary look and feel and covers topics such as technology, free-time activities, customs and festivals, social and global issues, travel and tourism, current and future study and employment.
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We recommend this dictionary for use in Reception & Key Stage 1.
Recently updated - March 2026
Help children build strong early language skills with the newly updated Oxford First Dictionary - a trusted tool for supporting vocabulary development, spelling, and reading comprehension at home or at school.
Key features include:• Suitable for children aged 5+ with age-appropriate definitions and example sentences• Pronunciation breakdowns for harder to say words• Clear, accessible alphabetical layout, with alphabet thumb tags down the side of pages for ease of navigation• Full colour throughout with highly engaging 3D illustrations• Includes lists of commonly used words, days of the week, seasons, colours, shapes and more.
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