The Illustrated Book of Sayings

The Illustrated Book of Sayings
Author: Ella Frances Sanders
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
Total Pages: 114
Release: 2016-09-13
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1607749343

From the New York Times bestselling author of Lost in Translation and Eating the Sun, a charming illustrated collection of more than fifty expressions from around the globe that explores the nuances of language From the hilarious and romantic to the philosophical and literal, the idioms, proverbs, and adages in this illustrated collection address the nuances of language in the form of sayings from around the world. From the French idiom “to pedal in the sauerkraut” (meaning, “to spin your wheels”), to the Japanese idiom “even monkeys fall from trees” (meaning, “even experts can be wrong”), The Illustrated Book of Sayings reveals the remarkable diversity, humor, and poignancy of the world’s languages and cultures.

The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions

The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions
Author: James McGuire
Publisher: Cider Mill Press
Total Pages: 145
Release: 2024-10-29
Genre: Humor
ISBN: 1400252148

The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions uncovers the fascinating, humorous, and often unbelievable origin stories behind the English language's most common sayings! Nobody thinks twice about sayings like bite the bullet and the cat's out of the bag. But the strange and wonderful origins of these expressions are far from arbitrary: They are rooted in forgotten history. Within this book, you will discover the origins of idioms like: Why we say an unwell person is under the weather. It goes back to when sickly sailors and seafarers had to rest below deck! How come sitting in the passenger seat of a vehicle is called riding shotgun." In the Wild West, passengers had a crucial job: packing heat and preventing highway robberies! What's up with the phrase, cat got your tongue. Here's a hint: It doesn't have anything to do with cats! With over 100 pieces of original artwork, The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions is as beautiful as it is entertaining and informative. Read up on this fascinating history of the English language's 64 most popular idioms, and you will know what it really means when you say pass with flying colors, bury the hatchet, and rest on your laurels!

Illustrated Book of Idioms

Illustrated Book of Idioms
Author: Dr. Saleem
Publisher: Notion Press
Total Pages: 687
Release: 2021-08-02
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1638736944

A PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS -HENRIK IBSEN An idiom is a grammatical expression that forms an important part of written and spoken English that we use in our daily life. There are estimated to be more than 25000 idiomatic expressions which are considered to be the building blocks of English language. Embark upon the journey of learning these expressions with fun. For the readers learning these tricky phrases with its surreptitious meaning will no longer be an arduous task but a cakewalk. This book targets the readership of all age groups with special focus on the school going kids who are interested in learning English for better comprehension and adding spice to their spoken language. Through humorous pictorial representations the book ‘Illustrated book of idioms’ enables its readers to remember and grasp the meaning of each idiom in a much easier way.

Fresh as a Daisy

Fresh as a Daisy
Author: Diane Costa
Publisher:
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2020-04-25
Genre:
ISBN: 9781951787080

A multicultural book that teaches English idioms about nature. Includes popular idioms, idiom meanings, example sentences, and colorful illustrations of characters and settings from around the world. This book also provides an English audio recording and links to teaching resources. This is a great resource for diverse classrooms!

I'll Believe You When . . .

I'll Believe You When . . .
Author: Susan Schubert
Publisher: Lantana Publishing
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2020-09-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1913747115

A fun-filled book of idioms from around the world that will spark the imagination of readers everywhere and encourage them to delight in language. You've probably heard the expression "when pigs fly," but have you heard the Spanish phrase "when frogs grow hair" or the Yoruba saying "when chicken have teeth"? A rib-tickling collection of idioms from around the world. But the question is: will you believe them...? “I loved so much of this book! It's a funny book about idioms for young children and celebrates diversity in a fun way”—Youth Services Book Review, 5 STARS “With a world map, exploration of complex and playful language and inclusive illustrations, there is lots to enjoy in this book. There is certainly a lot that will have little ones giggling!”—Father Reading Every Day “Such a fun book! It will spark the imagination of readers and encourage them to play with language themselves!”—Youth Libraries Group “A very weird and silly book. If you’ve never heard of idioms you should read this book. After you read it you will have fun making up more silly sentences”—Xavier, Age 5, Kids' Book Buzz, 5 STARS

Raining Cats and Dogs

Raining Cats and Dogs
Author: Will Moses
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2008-09-18
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0399548157

Have you ever wondered how someone can be “in a pickle” when pickles are so small, or why mothers say you’re “on thin ice” even when you’re indoors? Are you perplexed that your father “brings home the bacon” but is a strict vegetarian? Will Moses has the answers, and sheds light not only on these idioms but dozens more with Raining Cats and Dogs. Using his trademark folk-art style, Moses infuses a sense of mischief and humor into these often puzzling phrases, educating readers while entertaining them.

Out of the Blue

Out of the Blue
Author: Vanita Oelschlager
Publisher: Vanita Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012-05
Genre: Children's literature
ISBN: 9780983290414

Presents popular color-based idioms and their meanings, including "Out of the blue" and "Green with envy" with humorous illustrations accompanying each idiom

English for Everyone: English Idioms

English for Everyone: English Idioms
Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2019-03-19
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 0744029864

Are you looking to brush up on your English idioms? English for Everyone: English Idioms can help you to understand the context and use of hundreds of native English expressions. Take your practical English usage to the next level and build your confidence in spoken and written English by visually connecting the literal and idiomatic meaning of common English phrases such as, “on cloud nine”, “snowed under”, and many more. With supporting audio available online, sample sentences throughout the book, collocations, and common mistakes to watch out for, English for Everyone: English Idioms can help you confidently progress your English language from advanced to fluent in both social and business environments. About English For Everyone English for Everyone is a series of guides and practice books that support English learning for teenagers and adults from a beginner level, to intermediate, and advanced practical English. Offering a fun and easy-to-follow format that offers guidance for both teaching English as a foreign language, and a self-study approach with resources available to improve English speaking, reading, and writing. Whether you are looking for ESL teaching resources, or a structured program for adults to learn English as a second language, the English for Everyone Series provides: - Sample language examples: New language topics are introduced in context using clear, illustrated, and color-coded explanations - Supporting audio: Extensive English-speaking audio materials integrated into every unit, giving vital oral and listening practice. (All supplementary audio is available on the DK English for Everyone website and IOS/Android App). - Quick referencing: Easy-to-follow units for easy referencing and teaching - Sentence formation guides: Visual break downs of essential English grammar for beginners, showing learners how to recreate even complex English sentences - Visual English vocabulary cues: Lists of useful English words and common phrases with visual aids are available throughout the book The English for Everyone Series covers the skills and topics required for all major global English-language exams and reference frameworks including: - CEFR - TOEFL - IELTS - TOEIC

Cartoon-Illustrated Metaphors

Cartoon-Illustrated Metaphors
Author: Kaiman Lee
Publisher: Environmental Design & Research Ctr
Total Pages: 118
Release: 2004-11
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9780915250431

"CARTOON-ILLUSTRATED METAPHORS: Idioms, Proverbs, Cliches and Slang" gives you accurate definitions, origins and usages of metaphors that you will easily understand and apply with clarity and precision. This book is intended to help people who want to "spice up" the way they talk. It is especially effective for people whose native languages are not English. Verbal metaphors used in appropriate contexts can serve business, social, psychological and cultural purposes. Each metaphor occupies one page which makes learning consistent and easy. Each page has a cartoon and a text portion that consists of four categories of information: meaning, alternative, origin and usage. People evaluate you by your conversational skill! Your conversational skill can be directly linked to your career advancement, income level and social standing. To move up, your conversational skill must surpass that of your co-workers. People perceive the level of your intelligence, education and capabilities by how you express yourself in conversion. Get the help from CARTOON-ILLUSTRATED METAPHORS: Idioms, Proverbs, Cliches and Slang. Clear your path to success! If you cannot express your ideas eloquently, you can appear as lack of competence and qualification. Impress your audience with "your metaphors" in the right context. Get "your metaphors" from CARTOON-ILLUSTRATED METAPHORS: Idioms, Proverbs, Cliches and Slang. Your conversational expressions will have pin-point accuracy! You will learn from CARTOON-ILLUSTRATED METAPHORS: Idioms, Proverbs, Cliches and Slang the accurate definitions, origins and usage of "your metaphors," and apply them with clarity and precision.