Okowaokwu Igbo Umuaka : Igbo Dictionary for Children

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Customer Review “This is a fantastic resource for children learning the Igbo language and a refresher for parents too. Illustrated contents means very young children can use this. Kudos to the author. This dictionary is a must for every Igbo family in the diaspora and also those in the homeland” Joe Anyamene, verified buyer   “So happy with this dictionary. My kids love it and have already learnt so many Igbo words. Well done to Yvonne the author!” Ngozi Ubenyi, verified buyer   Okowaokwu Igbo Umuaka : Igbo Dictionary for Children is the first fully illustrated modern Igbo dictionary. It is a useful resource for any child learning Igbo as a first or second language. Children learn quicker with engaging illustrations that they can relate to; and this dictionary comes with words, phrases and simple sentences which occur in everyday life.

• Easy to use. No more struggling to teach your child Igbo language.
• Helps you create a special bond with your child when using the dictionary together.
• Takes the guesswork out of so many Igbo words.
• Perfect for children at home, children at school or at Igbo learning groups.
• Designed for modern day learning.

This dictionary has the following useful features :

• The Igbo alphabet is on every page and current alphabet in bold.
• Short sample sentences written in simple Igbo, with English translations.
• Appealing illustrations, which helps put the sentences into the right context.
• Dictionary entries are made up of frequently used words as well as “service words” (pronouns, adjectives, adverbs, prepositions, conjunctions, and verbs).
• Written in an Igbo – English format to help your child start ‘thinking in Igbo’

This Igbo dictionary  is perfect for children aged 6 and above as they can easily understand the words and illustrations. This Igbo book is designed for children learning on their own, with adults, or in a group. The design of this dictionary is based on current research in second language learning, most especially Igbo as a second language. Whether your child is outside or inside Igbo land, this is a very practical and useful book to have.

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