What Are Idioms?

2nd GradeELA20 min

Learning Objective

I can explain the meaning of common idioms.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

6 min

Guess the Idioms from Animated Clues | Fun Idiom Quiz for Kids with Meanings & Examples

Tutoring Hour

Guided Notes

5 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • The idiom "letting the cat out of the bag" means revealing a secret by accident.

  • If someone is described as a "couch potato", this means they are lazy and watch too much TV.

  • To "have butterflies in your stomach" means to feel nervous.

Practice

10 min

3 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

What does it mean when someone says 'It's raining cats and dogs?'

Teacher Guide

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