Sayings and Phrases

In this four common sayings and phrases worksheet, students discuss 4 common sayings with the teacher, then illustrate a literal and a metaphorical expression of each one.

What do different idioms mean? The class illustrates two quotes, discusses their meanings, and then draws a picture of what is being said. They then interpret and use their own words to explain what each of the given sayings means. The...

What does it mean when people say,"Every cloud has a silver lining?" Are they talking about its color? Kids work and discuss the meaning of four phrases. Then they illustrate each phrase's literal and figurative meanings. 

Though nothing will come of nothing, this instructional activity on common sayings and idioms surely won't get your nose out of joint. Pupils will find themselves on tenderhooks as they define each saying, proving that little strokes...

There is definitely a difference between the literal and metaphorical meaning of the idioms we use. Start by looking at the famous idiom "The grass is always greener on the other side." What does it mean? Learners exhibit their...

In this sayings and phrases worksheet, 4th graders draw a picture of the literal and metaphorical meanings of what it means to say "can't hold a candle to", "go to pot", "lightning never strikes twice in the same place" and more....

In this sayings and phrases worksheet, 4th graders draw a picture of the literal and metaphorical meanings of what it means to say "as the crow flies", "blow hot and cold", and "run of the mill". Students also write a sentence about it.

Students complete a unit of lessons on well known sayings and phrases. They create a journal, write paragraphs, sequence events, and analyze key vocabulary for various sayings and phrases throughout the school year.

Practice what you preach! It's a simple idiom we hear time and time again, but what does it mean? While this resource was originally designed for a homeschooled student, it could easily be used in the traditional classroom. Discuss the...

Discover the historical roots of modern English with your young learners, and then discover the meaning of many old English sayings. What a great chance to explore the history behind many of the words and phrases we use today!