Senior moment. Think outside the box. Idioms like these can't be understood just from the words that make them up. The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms explores the meanings of idioms, including phrasal verbs such as kick back, proverbs such as too many cooks spoil the broth, interjections such as tough beans, and figures of speech such as elephant in the room. Since the publication of the first edition 15 years ago, author Christine Ammer has made extensive revisions that reflect new historical scholarship and changes in the English language.
In true DK style, LEGO Star Wars: The Visual Dictionary elucidates, illuminates, and excites even the most discerning LEGO Group, Star Wars, and minifigure fans around the world.. Darth Vader, Boba Fett, Yoda, Luke Skywalker, and more are brought to life with dozens of little-known facts and hundreds of photos, as are accessories, vehicles, weapons, and even the Death Star! Learn about the history, manufacture, and construction of the minifigures of the Star Wars galaxy, and come away a LEGO Jedi Master.
This new Visual Dictionary features annotated photographs and film stills from The Phantom Menace. Along with stunning visual images it offers details of the Star Wars universe - the characters, equipment, costumes and armaments of the long-awaited prequel to the original Star Wars trilogy.
My First Book of Animals and Birds is a beautifully illustrated mini picture dictionary. All pictures in this book are made with fibre pens and it let children have fun copying them easily.
