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Thanks to whimsical illustrations and everyday examples, kids can finally discover the true meanings behind some of the world's strangest idioms, such as 'Put a bug in one's ear.' The English language is filled with colorful idioms--but what do these phrases really mean? Our ultra-popular Sayings and Phrases series presents dozens of common idioms and explains what they actually mean. Entries show how to use each idiom correctly, through examples...

Thanks to whimsical illustrations and everyday examples, kids can finally learn the true meanings behind such peculiar idioms as 'Great! You let the cat out of the bag!' The English language is filled with colorful idioms--but what do these phrases really mean? Our ultra-popular Sayings and Phrases series presents dozens of common idioms and explains what they actually mean. Entries show how to use each idiom correctly, through examples and real-world...

Explains the meaning of some common sayings.

Thanks to whimsical illustrations and everyday examples, kids can finally discover the true meanings behind such odd idioms as 'Break a leg!' The English language is filled with colorful idioms--but what do these phrases really mean? Our ultra-popular Sayings and Phrases series presents dozens of common idioms and explains what they actually mean. Entries show how to use each idiom correctly, through examples and real-world situations. This lively...

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 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,...

Thanks to whimsical illustrations and everyday examples, kids can finally discover the true meanings behind such peculiar idioms, as 'I'm tickled pink!' The English language is filled with colorful idioms--but what do these phrases really mean? Our ultra-popular Sayings and Phrases series presents dozens of common idioms and explains what they actually mean. Entries show how to use each idiom correctly, through examples and real-world situations....

Thanks to whimsical illustrations and everyday examples, kids can finally discover the true meanings behind such curious idioms as 'It's as clear as a bell!' The English language is filled with colorful idioms--but what do these phrases really mean? Our ultra-popular Sayings and Phrases series presents dozens of common idioms and explains what they actually mean. Entries show how to use each idiom correctly, through examples and real-world situations....