One of our 3rd grade standards is learning different types of figurative language, which include idioms. Each week, we have a new "Idiom of the Week", and the kids love them! They find them interesting, and can't wait to learn a new one. Since this past week of school was such a short one (With MLK holiday and planning day), I decided it was high time the kids had a little fun with these idioms! We read
It's Raining Cats and Dogs; A Collection of Irresistible Idioms by Will Moss.
The students were then able to pick 2 idioms to illustrate the literal meaning, as well as write what the idiom is really trying to say. Some of the illustrations were hilarious! Such a fun activity! I'm including a few of them below for your enjoyment! Way to go guys! I think we're definitely "on the ball" with idioms! :)
Those are so cute! Have you read My Momma Likes to Say? It explains the idioms and the history of it. There's a Frog in My Throat is a cute one too!
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Heather
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HI Heather! I am so excited to have TWO followers! ;) I have not read those books, nor have I heard of them. I MUST find them. Thanks so much for the info! Your blog is wonderful! Looking forward to your posts! :)
ReplyDeleteLove it. Very cute! I teach 3rd grade too. Stop on by my blog.
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Hi Suzanne! I am also teaching figurative language these days in 3rd grade!
ReplyDeleteI have to find that book looks cute! My kiddos have been loving it! I like your writing- work sheet ..