{"product_id":"first-thousand-words-in-english-heather-amery-ages-3-7-paperback","title":"First Thousand Words in English by Heather Amery - Usborne Vocabulary Book - Ages 3-7 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: New\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9781409562894\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Usborne Publishing\u003cbr\u003eAge Range: 3-7 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFirst Thousand Words in English is the classic Usborne picture-word book that has helped three generations of children build their vocabulary. Packed with busy, colourful scenes and clearly labelled objects, it turns everyday words into an engaging spot-and-find adventure. Ideal for early readers, pre-schoolers and children learning English as an additional language, this beloved title combines playful illustration with genuine educational value, making it a firm favourite on bookshelves and in classrooms across the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFirst Thousand Words in English introduces young readers to a thousand everyday words through detailed, richly illustrated scenes covering themes such as home, school, park, shops, animals, clothes and transport. Each scene is labelled with clear text so children can match words to pictures, building confidence in reading and vocabulary at their own pace. A signature feature of the book is the search for the Little Yellow Duck, hidden somewhere in almost every scene, turning each page into a fun observational game that keeps children engaged and coming back for more. Illustrated by the much-loved Stephen Cartwright, whose warm, detailed artwork has defined the First Thousand Words series for decades, this edition has been revised and refreshed while retaining the charm that made the original a bestseller. It works equally well as a bedtime read-aloud, a classroom resource, or an independent early-reading title, and its broad scope means it continues to be useful as a child's vocabulary and confidence grow. Parents, teachers, and librarians consistently praise the book for its ability to make learning feel like play, and its enduring popularity has made it a staple gift for new readers and English language learners alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver 1,000 labelled words across richly illustrated everyday scenes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFun search-and-find game with the iconic Little Yellow Duck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear, simple text ideal for early readers and read-aloud sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports vocabulary building for young children and ESL learners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable paperback format, perfect for home, classroom or travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA trusted, enduring classic from a leading children's publisher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeather Amery is a prolific and much-loved children's author who has written well over a hundred books, spanning early vocabulary titles, retellings, and beginner reader series such as Farmyard Tales. Her clear, accessible writing style has made her one of the most trusted names in early-years children's publishing. This edition is illustrated by Stephen Cartwright, whose distinctive, detail-rich artwork has become synonymous with the First Thousand Words series and is instantly recognisable to generations of readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA joyful, tried-and-tested way to build vocabulary, First Thousand Words in English turns learning into a game children genuinely want to play, again and again, with every hidden duck and new word discovered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Cover shown reflects the UK edition and matches the ISBN listed above.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heather Amery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43017130639597,"sku":"SNG1897","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/products\/first-thousand-words-in-english-usborne-heather-amery-paperback.jpg?v=1784318662","url":"https:\/\/www.letsbuybooks.com\/products\/first-thousand-words-in-english-heather-amery-ages-3-7-paperback","provider":"Lets Buy Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}