A Vocabulary Handbook for 11-plus Students Entrance Words and Meanings aims specifically at developing students' vocabulary by incorporating its use for effective listening, speaking, reading, writing and thinking activities.

It therefore provides a wide range of strategies necessary for the expansion of students' vocabulary and the development of their sensitivity to words. These include: discovering meanings through context clues; word formation; identifying multiple meanings and practice in using words with precision and clarity.

In its first section, the book presents vocabulary skills in interesting and meaningful situations; in its second section,it provides practice excercises consistent with the requirements of the eleven plus examination.

"Words and Meanings" adequately fulfils the vocabulary needs of students at the upper level of the primary school.