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Understanding Idioms

The English language is filled with colorful idioms--but what do these phrases really mean? Our series presents dozens of common idioms and explains what they mean. Examples and real-world situations engage readers while illustrating how to use each idiom correctly. Readers are also given the idiom's origin. This lively series provides an appealing way for young readers to learn more about these fun, fascinating parts of the English language. Additional features include an introduction to idioms, a phonetic glossary, critical-thinking questions, sources for further research, an introduction to the author and illustrator, and an index. This series will make understanding idioms a piece of cake!

Break a Leg!
From the Series: Understanding Idioms

Have you ever told someone to break a leg? What does it mean when you're on pins and needles? Learn the meaning and origin of these unusual phrases and many more in this engaging, informative More →

  • Reading Level Grade 3
  • Lexile 620
  • Copyright 2023
  • Dimensions 8 x 9.5
 
Don't Look a Gift Horse in the Mouth!
From the Series: Understanding Idioms

Don't look a gift horse in the mouth! Are you fit as a fiddle? Learn the meaning and origin of these unusual phrases and many more in this engaging, informative book. Colorful, humorous… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 3
  • Lexile 660
  • Copyright 2023
  • Dimensions 8 x 9.5
 
Go Fly a Kite!
From the Series: Understanding Idioms

If someone tells you to go fly a kite, they might have a chip on their shoulder. Where did these unusual sayings come from? Learn the meaning and origin of these unusual sayings and many more More →

  • Reading Level Grade 3
  • Lexile 740
  • Copyright 2023
  • Dimensions 8 x 9.5
 
Hold Your Horses!
From the Series: Understanding Idioms

Has someone ever told you to hold your horses? Mark my words: you'll know exactly what that means after reading this book! Learn the meaning and origin of these unusual sayings and many more… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 3
  • Lexile 610
  • Copyright 2023
  • Dimensions 8 x 9.5
 
I'm On Cloud Nine!
From the Series: Understanding Idioms

Has someone ever told you they were on cloud nine? What does that mean exactly? Learn the meaning and origin of this unusual phrase and many more in this engaging, informative book. Colorful, More →

  • Reading Level Grade 3
  • Lexile 590
  • Copyright 2023
  • Dimensions 8 x 9.5
 
I'm Tickled Pink!
From the Series: Understanding Idioms

I'm on the ball and tickled pink! Do you know what that sentence means? Let's learn the ropes and discover the meaning and origin of these unusual sayings and many more in this engaging,… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 3
  • Lexile 600
  • Copyright 2023
  • Dimensions 8 x 9.5
 
It's as Clear as a Bell!
From the Series: Understanding Idioms

What does it mean if something is clear as a bell? A penny for your thoughts! Learn the meaning and origin of these unusual sayings and many more in this engaging, informative book. Colorful, More →

  • Reading Level Grade 3
  • Lexile 630
  • Copyright 2023
  • Dimensions 8 x 9.5
 
Keep Your Eyes Peeled!
From the Series: Understanding Idioms

Keep your eyes peeled! Learn the meaning and origin of this unusual saying and many more in this engaging, informative book. Colorful, humorous illustrations and clear examples help readers… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 3
  • Lexile 750
  • Copyright 2023
  • Dimensions 8 x 9.5
 
The Early Bird Catches the Worm!
From the Series: Understanding Idioms

Have you ever wondered where the phrase 'the early bird catches the worm' came from? Well, let's get this show on the road and find out! Learn the meaning and origin of these unusual sayings… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 3
  • Lexile 610
  • Copyright 2023
  • Dimensions 8 x 9.5
 
There's a Bug in My Ear!
From the Series: Understanding Idioms

Is there a bug in your ear? What does that mean exactly? Learn the meaning and origin of this unusual phrase and many more in this engaging, informative book. Colorful, humorous illustrations More →

  • Reading Level Grade 3
  • Lexile 580
  • Copyright 2023
  • Dimensions 8 x 9.5
 
You Let the Cat Out of the Bag!
From the Series: Understanding Idioms

Did you let the cat out of the bag? Well, don't cry over spilled milk! Learn the meaning and origin of these unusual sayings and many more in this engaging, informative book. Colorful,… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 3
  • Lexile 740
  • Copyright 2023
  • Dimensions 8 x 9.5
 
You're Clean as a Whistle!
From the Series: Understanding Idioms

Clean as a whistle! What does that mean exactly? Learn the meaning and origin of this unusual phrase and many more in this engaging, informative book. Colorful, humorous illustrations and… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 3
  • Lexile 620
  • Copyright 2023
  • Dimensions 8 x 9.5

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