Here's an engaging assignment for you: When you first look at this, you'll see 6 sentences, each containing an idiom. What's your task? Jot down what you think each idiom means in the space provided underneath each sentence. Then, prepare for a fun challenge: you'll be given two more idioms. Your mission is to create your own sentences using these idioms. Practice makes perfect, so give it a whirl and see how you go!

In this activity, students learn about idioms, a key component of English language arts standards. Idioms are phrases that have a meaning different from the literal interpretation of the words. Students are developing their reading comprehension skills by identifying and interpreting idioms in context. Creating their sentences with provided idioms further reinforces their understanding and also prompts them to practice creative and contextual writing.