First Thousand Words in Italian Heather Amery Children's Book Usborne Illustrated Edition

Looking for a playful, practical way to introduce Italian vocabulary to young learners? First Thousand Words in Italian by Heather Amery is a bright, bilingual picture book designed for children, parents, and teachers who want an engaging first step into the Italian language. Perfect for preschoolers and early readers, this updated paperback pairs lively illustrations with clear labels to make learning everyday words both fun and memorable.

About this edition
This listing is for: First Thousand Words in Italian
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781409566144

Celebrating the 40th anniversary of Usborne Publishing, this classic bilingual word book has been revised and updated to remain fresh and useful for today’s families. Author Heather Amery’s friendly layout is complemented by the well-loved illustrations of Stephen Cartwright, whose busy, detail-packed scenes invite children to explore and name hundreds of objects in context. The combination of familiar settings and labeled pictures helps build vocabulary, visual recognition, and confidence in early language learners.

What’s inside

The book presents a thousand everyday words across themed pages—home, school, food, animals, transport and more—each illustrated with charming scenes so children can learn vocabulary in context rather than in isolation. Words and pictures are shown in both English and Italian, supporting bilingual learning and simple comparisons that make it easier to remember new terms. The clear, child-friendly type and logical grouping make this paperback edition ideal for self-led discovery or guided lessons.

Features & benefits

• Comprehensive vocabulary: A thousand carefully selected everyday words to give children a broad practical foundation.
• Bilingual format: English and Italian labels support translation skills and help caregivers reinforce learning at home.
• Illustrated learning: Stephen Cartwright’s detailed pictures encourage observation, storytelling, and interactive reading.
• User-friendly paperback: Durable, easy-to-handle format for young hands—great for classrooms, libraries, and travel.
• Trusted publisher: From Usborne Publishing, a respected name in children’s books, updated for the 40th anniversary.

How to use it: read together at storytime, point out objects during daily routines, turn pages into a scavenger hunt, or use as a visual reference during beginner Italian lessons. This book supports vocabulary-building, early literacy, and cultural curiosity—ideal for parents teaching at home, teachers adding visual aids to lesson plans, or gift buyers seeking an educational present.

Combining Heather Amery’s approachable text with Stephen Cartwright’s playful art and Usborne’s trusted reputation, First Thousand Words in Italian makes language learning accessible and enjoyable. It’s a practical, heartwarming choice—perfect as a gift, a classroom resource, or a timeless keepsake that sparks a child’s love of words and languages.