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Exactly the Opposite uses vivid photographs of familiar outdoor scenes—trees, lakes, animals, and landscapes—to illustrate pairs of opposite words. Each image guides readers through contrasting vocabulary such as "hot–cold," "big–small," and "fast–slow," making abstract language concepts concrete and engaging. Designed for young learners, the book reinforces English language skills while encouraging observation and comparison skills in a playful, visually appealing format.
First publish date: 1990
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Tana Hoban
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