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Most people know that words like burrito and quesadilla come from Spanish, but there are many more English words that we would never suspect are Spanish until we look closely. Did you know that the words breeze and hammock come from Spanish? The jerky in beef jerky, for example, is from Spanish charquí, and the English verb vamoose is from the expression ?Vamos! which means Let’s go! in Spanish.Spanish Word Histories and Mysteries: English Words that Come from Spanish tells the fascinating stories behind 200 English words from Spanish. Every sphere of English vocabulary has been enriched by Spanish, from names for animals—alligator, coyote, and mosquito—to words for weather—hurricane and tornado. This book also explores the Spanish origin of some of the colorful expressions of the Old West: bonanza, loco, mustang, ranch, and ten-gallon hat. Of course, the book digs into the many words for different foods that come from Spanish—not only the obvious ones, such as salsa and taco, but also potato, tomato, caramel, vanilla, and, most important, chocolate. Photographs and line drawings enliven the pages and illustrate the history of the words.

The American Heritage® Student Science Dictionary covers a wide variety of fields, including chemistry, physics, biology, geology, meteorology, astronomy, ecology, and zoology. Its definitions are written in a clear and straightforward style that even beginning students can follow. An extensive cross-reference program encourages readers to build a more complex vocabulary. The dictionary includes• more than 4,500 entry words with clear, easy-to-understand definitions• more than 425 full-color photographs and drawings• 175 Feature Notes on important scientific concepts, the major discoveries of many scientists, and the usage and history of scientific terminology• detailed graphic treatment of selected subjects, such as the structure of atoms, photosynthesis, plate tectonics, and the life of stars• handy tables and charts, including the periodic table of the elements, a chart of geologic time, and a timeline of advances in computing.The American Heritage® Student Science Dictionary is the ideal resource for homework assignments, school projects, or just browsing. This book is the key to unlocking the language of science and the natural world for students and their families.

The American Heritage® Children’s Science Dictionary introduces students in grades 4 to 6 to the language and ideas of science. Clear definitions, stunning color art, and an array of special notes and tables cover the full range of scientific subjects, from earth science, computers, weather, and outer space to basic biology, chemistry, physics, medicine, and mathematics. Key figures in the sciences are showcased in biographical entries and sidebars. “Did You Know?” notes present amazing facts on topics from earthworms to gravity to tornadoes. Delightful to browse in, the book uses a simple cross-referencing system that makes it easy to find and compare information in each subject area.Together with expert science consultants, the editors of the American Heritage® dictionaries have produced the reference work that parents and educators have been waiting for — one that is sure to spark kids’ natural curiosity and inspire a long-lasting interest in science.• More than 2,600 clear, easy-to-read definitions in all science topics • 350 full-color photographs and drawings • More than 150 biographies of notable scientists • More than 100 notes on key scientific concepts • In-depth graphic treatment of selected topics • Easy-to-follow tables and charts, including Planets of the Solar System and Rock Types • Simple cross-referencing system

This invaluable resource for students in grades 6–9 has been updated to reflect up-to-the-minute developments in all areas of vocabulary, from Internet technology to current events. Age-appropriate definitions are enhanced by simple etymologies and sample sentences showing words in context.• More than 65,000 main entry words• Coverage of important developments in technology and world affairs• Hundreds of fascinating and informative feature notes• Attractive full-color design with more than 2,000 photographs, drawings, and diagrams• New table that lists entries with Usage and Synonym notes

Designed for middle school and early high school students, this new edition leads the market in content, features, and design. Now in full color, it has been completely revised and updated to reflect our changing world, with more than 3,000 new words and senses in all areas of vocabulary.• More than 65,000 boldface entries, thoroughly updated on every page • Bright new full-color design, with 2,000 informative photographs and drawings • Expert usage guidance based on the American Heritage® Usage Panel

The American Heritage Children’s Science Dictionary introduces students in grades 4 to 6 (ages 9 to 12) to the language and ideas of science. Clear definitions, full-color art, and an array of feature notes and tables cover the full range of scientific subjects, from earth science, computers, weather, and outer space to basic biology, chemistry, physics, medicine, and mathematics. “Did You Know?” notes present amazing facts on topics from earthworms to gravity to tornadoes.This updated edition includes the new developments that young learners need to know, such as Pluto’s removal from the category of planet, the addition of new vocabulary such as dwarf planet, numerous revisions to other entries regarding the solar system, and more.The book includes more than 2,600 clear, complete, and easy-to-follow definitions in all areas of science. Over 350 detailed, full-color photographs and illustrations enhance the entries and there are in-depth graphic treatments of selected topics such as aquifer, carbon cycle, cell, greenhouse effect, nuclear reactor, and plate tectonics. Biographies of noteworthy scientists show how they changed the way people look at the world.In collaboration with expert science consultants, the editors of the American Heritage dictionaries have produced a reference work that sparks kids’ natural curiosity and inspires a long-lasting interest in science.

The 2006 update of this award-winning dictionary for young readers encourages language exploration with accessible definitions and thought-provoking feature notes. Entry words are illustrated throughout with clear, colorful artwork.• More than 13,000 main entries, fully updated for 2006• Thousands of sample sentences showing typical usage• Hundreds of Word History, Language Detective, Vocabulary Builder, Synonym, and Spelling notes• More than 1,000 full-color photographs and drawings• Separate thesaurus, phonics and spelling, parts of speech, and geography sections in an appendix