Trialled and tested in schoolsThe Oxford Mini School Thesaurus is specially written to encourage users to find new or alternative words quickly and easily.It is the perfect tool to improve writing skills and build vocabulary.Special features:* Alphabetical layout to find synonyms quickly and easily* Thematic panels give groups of related words for extended project work in schools* Opposites for vocabulary extension* Cross-references signpost other useful wordsFeatures:* Word classes (parts of speech) to build grammatical skills and lead reader to appropriate word* Up-to-date sentences and phrases to show how words are used in context* Labels [formal, informal, old-fashioned etc.]to encourage accurate use of language* Idiomatic phrases to show the more common use of words.