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"Proverbs, clichés, and idioms are introduced in rhyme and illustrated as a young child's literal interpretation. Each expression includes information about its origin and original meaning"--Provided by publisher.

Thirty common English phrases, such as "a chip off the old block" and "cry over spilled milk" are illustrated and explained.

Explains the meaning and origin of a selection of English language idioms, using each in a sentence. Is it raining cats and dogs today? Have you ever chewed the fat or pushed the envelope? You use idioms all the time, but have you ever wondered where they come from or what they mean? In this series, learn the meanings and origins of these and many other shocking, bizarre, compelling, intriguing, and unbelievable phrases. Additional features to aid...

Presents popular color-based idioms and their meanings, including "Out of the blue" and "Green with envy" with humorous illustrations accompanying each idiom.

Demonstrates the different ways people look at the same situations by presenting contrasting idiomatic expressions in both English and Spanish. Example: Someone important is a "big wheel" in English but a "fat fish" in Spanish.

From "let the cat out of the bag" to "snug as a bug in a rug", familiar sayings are reimagined in hilarious and unexpected ways.

Presents visual interpretations of what a child might be thinking when his or her teacher uses amusing and confusing expressions such as "Put on your thinking cap," or "Two heads are better than one."

Illustrates and explains over 100 common English idioms, in categories including animals, body parts, and colors.

"Lazy as a dog" often describes an individual who is sluggish and not very active. Lazy as a Dog dives into dog characteristics and behavior to investigate if there is truth behind this common expression. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index.

"Eagle-eyed" often describes an individual who is sharp-sighted with an eye for detail. Eagle-Eyed dives into eagle characteristics and behavior to investigate if there is truth behind this common expression. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...