Sayings and Phrases

In this sayings and phrases worksheet, 1st graders read two sayings, discuss them with the teacher, draw a picture about the sayings and write what they mean.

Students recognize and interpret the meaning of proverbs and saying through music, poetry and movement. In this familiar sayings lesson, students participate in various games and activities to gain understanding of the meanings of...

Students relate phrases and sayings to their life experiences. In this phrases and sayings lesson, students participate in activities and listen to stories to understand the meanings of each saying. One day is devoted to each saying.

In the hustle and bustle of life in the classroom, it's easy for teachers to lose track of the standards they have taught, and those that still need to be addressed. This Common Core checklist provides educators with an easy-to-use...

In this language arts learning exercise, students read and discuss the phrase written on the page. Students draw a picture of the phrase to show what it is representing.                     

In this common words learning exercise, students review a list of words they should know how to spell. Students fold a piece of paper into thirds and create an organizer to help them study the words. Parents or students must sign the...

Explore bullying, how it feels, and how it feels to stop it! This plan begins with a discussion about bullying in which learners share their personal experiences with the all too common issue. Then as a class read The Meanest Thing to...

First graders examine various familiar sayings and phrases. They read and discuss the phrases, participate in role-playing, create illustrations for the phrases, and compare/contrast proverbs and phrases.

Can your first graders read? Show them a presentation to determine which words prove difficult for your young learners. Consider using the attached PowerPoint to gauge your learners' current level before reading a new story. 

Students examine old sayings. In this interpretation lesson, students read and interpret traditional sayings or proverbs. They discuss how these sayings can help improve their lives, behavior or how they treat others.