Idioms
Mom, I am "Sick as a Dog" and can't go to school.
Extremely sick.
What are two definitions for the word "Leaves"?
To walk out of a room or situation.
Part of a plant or tree that changes in the fall.
summer, winter, fall
seasons
Karen knew as soon as she saw her son that he had passed his math test. How did she know?
He was smiling!
In the morning people were dressed in sweaters and pants. By the afternoon most of them had changed into short-sleeved shirts and shorts. What happened?
The temperature changed, or they went on vacation to somewhere warm!
I studied so hard, that test was a "Piece of Cake."
Easy to do.
What are two definitions for the word "Second?"
The place after first.
Breakfast foods
I have my suitcase and my ticket. I'm ready to go. Where am I?
Airport
The team put on their uniforms, tied their shoes, put on their helmets, and walked out onto the field. What sport?
Football!
I had my first performance tonight for the musical and all of my friends told me to "Break a Leg."
Good luck.
What are two definitions for the word "Bark?"
Sound a dog or seal makes.
Outer covering of a tree.
Math, PE, Government
Classes
Jim left for school ten minutes later than he should have. He ran as fast as he could, but the bus was already pulling away.
What can you infer?
Jim missed the bus, might be late for school
You and your friend are on a bike ride and the sky turns grey. Your friend looks back at you with a disappointed look on his face. Why is his face sad?
The weather changed, it is about to storm, turned cloudy
I know you didn't mean to break my phone, so there's no use in "Crying over spilt milk.”
It was an accident and don't be unhappy about what can't be undone.
What are two definitions of the word "Bat?"
Animal with wings.
Instrument for playing baseball.
Tiger, Orangutan, Python
Jungle Animals
The kitchen was clean when Mom went to work. When she came home, it was a mess. Dishes were in the sink, the counter was messy and empty glasses were on the table. What happened?
Someone made a snack and did not clean up.
Mary rushed through the door and called out, “I’m here! I’m sorry! I’m here!” Her mother appeared in the doorway to the kitchen, looked at her watch, and glared at Mary. “Well hurry up, then,” she said. “Don’t make us wait any longer than you already have.” The reader can reasonably infer?
Mary was late. I wonder what she was late for? (any ideas?)
After I went to the grocery store, I realized I "Killed two birds with one stone." I got my groceries for the week and got some exercise by walking in between the isles!
To solve two problems, at one time, with one action.
What are two definitions for the word "Fall?"
To go from standing to being on the ground.
A season that occurs after summer.
Hearing, smelling, touching
Senses
After the storm, the news reported that many homes were destroyed or severely damaged by the storm. Kendra's family felt lucky. Who did they feel lucky?
There house was not damaged.
A little boy is sitting with his mother in a doctor’s office, leaning against her. When she gives him a cup to sip some water, he slowly pushes it away. After a while, he begins to whimper and puts a hand to his neck. What can you infer from this situation?
The boy doesn't feel good, has a sore throat