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Absurd Words: A Kids' Fun and Hilarious Vocabulary Builder for Future Word Nerds
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ConceptsEducationGeneral Juvenile Nonfiction
Publisher Price: $16.99
ISBN13: 9781492697428
Publisher: Sourcebooks Explore
Published: Jan 2 2022
Pages: 320
Weight: 1.70
Height: 0.90 Width: 6.60 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Turn curious kids into confident communicators with the hilariously brilliant vocabulary book that transforms language learning into pure fun.
Absurd Words is the definitive vocabulary builder for kids ages 8-12 who crave words with flavor. Packed with over 750 quirky, clever, and downright ridiculous words, this full-color illustrated, laughter-fueled reference is more than just educational, it's unforgettable. Designed for middle-grade readers and loved by educators, parents, and word nerds alike, it's a must-have for any child ready to level up their language skills.
If your child has ever giggled at gobbledygook or asked what persnickety means, this is their dream book.
Inside This Award-Winning Language Adventure:
- Organized by playful themes: From Shenanigans & Monkey Business to Feelings & Fizzle, find words by vibe, not alphabet
- Hilarious, memorable example sentences: No more dry definitions--these are words kids will actually use
- Etymology and fun facts included: Inspire curiosity about where words come from and how they evolve
- Perfect for educators, homeschoolers, and parents: A versatile tool for language arts, creative writing, or back-to-school prep
Whether it's lighting a creative spark in the classroom or making wordplay a nightly ritual, Absurd Words turns language into a playground. It's the gift that keeps on giving--at school, at home, and at every unexpected moment a perfect word is needed.
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