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I'm on the ball and tickled pink! Do you know what that sentence means? Let's learn the ropes and discover 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, an introduction...
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For anyone who's ever wondered how a groom can get cold feet when he's wearing shoes and socks, or how a person can be in a pickle when pickles are so small, or how butterflies could possibly get into your stomach, Will Moses has the answers. Using his trademark folkart style along with plenty of mischief and humor, Will Moses sheds some light on these often puzzling phrases, educating young readers while entertaining them in high style.
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Explains the meaning and origin of a selection of English language idioms, using each in a sentence. Is it raining cats and dogs today? Have you ever chewed the fat or pushed the envelope? You use idioms all the time, but have you ever wondered where they come from or what they mean? In this series, learn the meanings and origins of these and many other shocking, bizarre, compelling, intriguing, and unbelievable phrases. Additional features to aid...
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What does it mean if something is clear as a bell? A penny for your thoughts! 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, an introduction to the author and illustrator,...
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Explains the meaning and origin of a selection of English language idioms, using each in a sentence. Is it raining cats and dogs today? Have you ever chewed the fat or pushed the envelope? You use idioms all the time, but have you ever wondered where they come from or what they mean? In this series, learn the meanings and origins of these and many other shocking, bizarre, compelling, intriguing, and unbelievable phrases. Additional features to aid...
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English
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Explains the meaning and origin of a selection of English language idioms, using each in a sentence. Is it raining cats and dogs today? Have you ever chewed the fat or pushed the envelope? You use idioms all the time, but have you ever wondered where they come from or what they mean? In this series, learn the meanings and origins of these and many other shocking, bizarre, compelling, intriguing, and unbelievable phrases. Additional features to aid...
Author
Series
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English
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Explains the meaning and origin of a selection of English language idioms, using each in a sentence. Is it raining cats and dogs today? Have you ever chewed the fat or pushed the envelope? You use idioms all the time, but have you ever wondered where they come from or what they mean? In this series, learn the meanings and origins of these and many other shocking, bizarre, compelling, intriguing, and unbelievable phrases. Additional features to aid...
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English
Description
Explains the meaning and origin of a selection of English language idioms, using each in a sentence. Is it raining cats and dogs today? Have you ever chewed the fat or pushed the envelope? You use idioms all the time, but have you ever wondered where they come from or what they mean? In this series, learn the meanings and origins of these and many other shocking, bizarre, compelling, intriguing, and unbelievable phrases. Additional features to aid...
Author
Series
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English
Description
Explains the meaning and origin of a selection of English language idioms, using each in a sentence. Is it raining cats and dogs today? Have you ever chewed the fat or pushed the envelope? You use idioms all the time, but have you ever wondered where they come from or what they mean? In this series, learn the meanings and origins of these and many other shocking, bizarre, compelling, intriguing, and unbelievable phrases. Additional features to aid...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Explains the meaning and origin of a selection of English language idioms, using each in a sentence. Is it raining cats and dogs today? Have you ever chewed the fat or pushed the envelope? You use idioms all the time, but have you ever wondered where they come from or what they mean? In this series, learn the meanings and origins of these and many other shocking, bizarre, compelling, intriguing, and unbelievable phrases. Additional features to aid...