10 Idioms to Teach Kids and Use in Idiom of the Day Lessons
1. A piece of cake – Something that is very easy to do
2. Break a leg – A way of wishing someone good luck
3. Cat got your tongue? – Asking why someone is not speaking
4. A penny for your thoughts – Asking someone to share their thoughts or ideas
5. Don’t judge a book by its cover – Not judging someone or something solely based on appearance
6. Actions speak louder than words – What someone does is more important than what they say
7. Curiosity killed the cat – Being too curious can lead to trouble
8. Let the cat out of the bag – Revealing a secret or confidential information
9. Beat around the bush – Avoiding direct communication or being indirect
10. A picture is worth a thousand words – A visual representation can convey a lot of information
These idioms can be used to introduce the concept of figurative language to kids and make their language learning experience more engaging. Incorporating an “Idiom of the Day” lesson can deepen their understanding and help them apply these idioms in their daily conversations.