Merriam Webster Children's Dictionary

“The clear, easy-to-read print and bright pictures of varied type and source make this work easy for second or third graders, while fourth and fifth graders will appreciate the depth of the entries.” – School Library Journal

This new edition contains more than 35,000 words-including 110 new words-and 3,000 full-color illustrations specially created by DK’s celebrated design team and Merriam-Webster’s renowned language experts.

Updated for 2026, more than 25 years after it was first published, DK’s Merriam-Webster Children’s Dictionary remains a must-have project companion for use at home and in school. This book combines color-coded page borders for each letter of the alphabet with modern photography and crystal-clear diagrams to enhance the learning experience.
Entries include a clear definition, notes on spelling and punctuation, and examples on how to use the word in a sentence. In the reference section, maps have been updated to include new countries, cities, borders, flags, and the US presidents and vice-presidents.
Accessible yet comprehensive, Merriam-Webster Children’s Dictionary is the ultimate visual dictionary for kids to have on-hand as they learn important research skills and work through school assignments.