Minnehaha Grange Brings Dictionaries and Joy to Vancouver’s Third Graders.
Minnehaha Grange Brings Dictionaries and Joy to Vancouver’s Third Graders Minnehaha Grange #164 recently donated student dictionaries to all third graders at Minnehaha Elementary School in Vancouver, Washington. The delivery came just before the winter break, adding an extra layer of excitement for the young students. In early February, the Grange received a package of heartfelt thank-you notes from the children. Many included colorful... Read More
Two New Groundbreaking Dictionaries of South Africa’s indigenous languages.
Dr. Max Marhanele Helps Preserve Xitsonga with New Dictionaries In Limpopo, South Africa, Dr. Max Marhanele is working hard to protect the Xitsonga language. A former teacher and examiner, he noticed a serious need for better Xitsonga language resources. To help fix this, he created two important dictionaries of South Africa’s indigenous languages. The first, Tihlu’ngu’ ta rixaka, is a monolingual Xitsonga dictionary. He... Read More
Renault CEO Publishes Sentimental Dictionary of the Automobile.
Renault CEO Publishes Sentimental Dictionary of the Automobile to Celebrate Car Culture and Empower Women. Luca de Meo, CEO of Renault Group, has authored The Sentimental Dictionary of the Automobile, a passion project celebrating the history, culture, and personal stories behind the automotive world. Following its successful release in France in October 2024, the book is set to launch in Spain and Latin America... Read More
Oakview Grange #311 Continues 20-Year Tradition of Supporting Literacy.
Oakview Grange #311 Continues 20-Year Tradition of Supporting Literacy Oakview Grange #311 in Centralia, Washington, has been a steadfast partner of The Dictionary Project for more than two decades. Their recent letter reflects the deep joy and lasting impact that providing dictionaries brings to third-grade students. Here’s their inspiring message: Letter Content: March 13, 2025 Good Morning! Enclosed are thank-you letters from the third... Read More
“The Power of Lost Words” and How The Dictionary Project Protects Language for Future Generations.
The Power of Lost Words: How The Dictionary Project Protects Language for Future Generations. The success of The Dictionary of Lost Words — both the book by Pip Williams and its acclaimed stage adaptation — highlights an important truth: words shape our world, and when they are lost or forgotten, a part of history disappears too.The story follows Esme Nicholl, a young woman who... Read More
Mesita Elementary School Students Receive Dictionaries Thanks to The Dictionary Project.
Mesita Elementary School Students Receive Dictionaries Thanks to The Dictionary Project. Students at Mesita Elementary School in El Paso, Texas, recently received their own personal copies of dictionaries through The Dictionary Project. Thanks to the dedication of local sponsors, dozens of third-grade students now have access to a valuable resource to enhance their vocabulary, reading, and lifelong learning skills. This initiative continues The Dictionary... Read More
Kiwanis Club of Apache Junction Distributes Over 260 Dictionaries to Local Students.
The Kiwanis Club of Apache Junction proudly participated in The Dictionary Project for the first time this year, delivering dictionaries to all fifth-grade students at four local schools: Peralta Trail Elementary, Four Peaks Elementary, Desert Vista Elementary, and the Avalon Charter School of Apache Junction. The club successfully distributed over 260 dictionaries, helping students build their vocabulary and strengthen their learning skills. In their... Read More
Montclair Rotary Club Provides Over 15,550 Dictionaries to Students Through The Dictionary Project.
Montclair Rotary Club Provides Over 15,550 Dictionaries to Students Through The Dictionary Project. Since 2004, the Rotary Club of Montclair, New Jersey, has proudly participated in The Dictionary Project, providing free dictionaries to third-grade students in Montclair and Verona. Led by Rotarian Georgia Brown—affectionately known as the “Dictionary Peach”—the project has delivered over 15,550 dictionaries to young learners in the area. Georgia’s lifelong love... Read More
✏️ What Is a Visual Dictionary, and How Does It Relate to The Dictionary Project?
✏️ What Is a Visual Dictionary, and How Does It Relate to The Dictionary Project? A visual dictionary is a type of dictionary that explains the meaning of words primarily through detailed images and diagrams, rather than just definitions. Instead of listing only text-based explanations, a visual dictionary shows pictures of objects, concepts, or ideas and labels their parts, making it easier for readers—especially... Read More
These 15 new words added to French dictionary.
Le Petit Larousse 2026 Adds 150 New Words — A Reminder of Why Dictionaries Matter. The Le Petit Larousse dictionary will add 150 new words to its upcoming 2026 edition, reflecting how languages constantly evolve to match the world around us. The new edition will be available to the public on May 21, 2026. French editors say their goal is to “reflect the evolution... Read More