Keep Your Eyes Peeled!
(And Other Odd Things We Say)
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 better understand idioms and how to use them. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary, critical-thinking questions, sources for further research, an introduction to the author and illustrator, and an index.
Format | Your Price | Add |
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978-1-5038-6564-8
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$21.95 | |
978-1-5038-6692-8
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$34.95 |
Interest Level | Grade 2 - Grade 5 |
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Reading Level | Grade 3 |
Genre | Fiction |
Category | Language Arts |
Copyright | 2023 |
Publisher | The Child's World, Inc. |
Imprint | Wonder Books |
Language | English |
Number of Pages | 24 |
Publication Date | 2023-01-01 |
BISACS | JNF029000, JNF052030, JNF016000 |
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Dewey | 428.1 |
Graphics | Full-color illustrations |
Dimensions | 8 x 9.5 |
Lexile | 750 |
Guided Reading Level | S |
Accelerated Reader® Quiz | Pending |
Features | Author/Illustrator biography, Glossary of key words, Index, Phonetics, Reviewed, Sources for further research, Suggested websites, and Table of contents |
Online Resources |
- At the drop of a hat
- The big cheese
- A birds-eye view
- By the book
- A chip on your shoulder
- A clean slate
- The cream of the crop
- For what its worth
- Get off on the wrong foot
- Head in the clouds
- Hot off the press
- Keep your eyes peeled
- The lesser of two evils
- My lips are sealed
- The Midas touch
- A needle in a haystack
- No sweat
- Off-the-wall
- Piece of cake
- Rock the boat
- Rule the roost
- You can lead a horse to water
- Glossary
- Wonder More
- Find Out More
- Index
Author: Cynthia Amoroso
Cynthia Amoroso holds undergraduate degrees in English and elementary education, and graduate degrees in curriculum and instruction as well as educational administration. Cynthia's past roles include teacher, assistant principal, district reading coordinator, director of curriculum and instruction, and curriculum consultant. She has extensive experience in reading, literacy, curriculum development, professional development, and continuous improvement processes. Cynthia enjoys reading, writing, gardening, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.
Illustrator: Mernie Gallagher-Cole
Mernie Gallagher-Cole is a children's book illustrator living in West Chester, Pennsylvania. She loves drawing every day. Her illustrations can also be found on greeting cards, puzzles, e-books, and educational apps.