Idioms
What does this idiom mean?
"That was a piece of cake."
That was easy.
What does this simile mean?
"She is as brave as a lion."
She is very brave.
What does this metaphor mean?
"You are my sunshine."
You make me happy.
Eli sat at his desk, staring at the clock as it ticked closer to lunchtime. He suddenly remembered that he had left his lunchbox on the kitchen counter at home. Without it, he wouldn't have anything to eat. His stomach rumbled, and he felt his face getting warm as he thought about having to tell his teacher.
How do you think Eli is feeling?
Worried, nervous, anxious, upset
It's lunchtime, and your friend Alex realizes they forgot their lunch at home. You notice Alex looking upset and sitting alone at the lunch table. You have a sandwich, apple, and a bag of chips in your lunchbox.
How could you respond?
Offer part of your lunch, help Alex ask a teacher to help him get lunch
What does this idiom mean?
"He was feeling under the weather."
He was feeling sick.
What does this simile mean?
"He is as sweet as honey."
He is very kind.
What does this metaphor mean?
"He is a couch potato."
He is lazy.
Maria walked into her living room and was greeted with shouts of "Surprise!" from all her friends and family. Balloons and decorations filled the room, and a big cake sat on the table. She had no idea they were planning this for her birthday. Maria's eyes widened, and a huge smile spread across her face.
How do you think Maria is feeling?
Excited, happy, glad
A new student, Jamie, has joined your class. During recess, you notice him sitting on a bench, watching other students play. Jamie looks a bit nervous and unsure about joining in.
How could you respond to Jamie?
Ask him to play with you, sit on the bench with him and talk to him
What does this idiom mean?
"It costs can arm and a leg"
It is expensive.
What does this simile mean?
"He is sly as a fox."
He is sneaky.
What does this metaphor mean?
"She has a heart of gold."
She is very kind.
Jaden stood on the sidelines, watching the other kids practice for the soccer team tryouts. He had been practicing for weeks, but now that the day had come, his hands were sweaty, and his heart was pounding. As he looked at the team list after tryouts, he didn't see his name on the list.
How do you think Jaden is feeling?
Disappointed, upset, sad
Your class has been assigned a group project, and you're working with three classmates. One of your teammates, Beth, seems quiet and doesn't contribute much during the planning session. Later, you overhear Beth saying she feels left out.
How could you respond to Beth?
Tell her you are sorry she felt left out, offer to include her more in the future
What does this idiom mean?
"She spilled the beans."
She told a secret.
What does this simile mean?
"He was as quiet as a mouse."
What does this metaphor mean?
"They are two peas in a pod."
They are best friends.
Samantha looked everywhere for her cat, Whiskers, who hadn’t come home the night before. She checked all his usual hiding spots and called his name in the backyard. As the sun began to set, she felt tears prickling her eyes, fearing that Whiskers might be lost for good.
How do you think Samantha is feeling?
Worried, upset, sad
You and your friends are talking about a party you are all going to this weekend. You realize your friend John, who is standing with you, wasn't invited.
How could you respond to John?
Change the subject, talk about something else, offer to do something fun with John over the weekend
What does this idiom mean?
"There's no use crying over spilled milk."
It doesn't help to get upset about something that's in the past.
What does this simile mean?
"The directions were as clear as mud."
The directions were confusing.
What does this metaphor mean?
"Life is a roller coaster."
Life has many ups and downs.
Oliver had worked hard on his science project about volcanoes, spending hours building a model and preparing his presentation. When the winners were announced, his name was called for first place. He couldn’t believe his ears and stood frozen for a moment before running up to the stage, grinning from ear to ear.
How do you think Oliver is feeling?
Proud, happy, excited
How can you respond to Amy?
Don't laugh, tell her it's ok and she can try again next time