Know Your Idioms Task Cards – Puzzling Problems Set 1 is a set of fun, problem solving task cards designed to engage students in developing their knowledge of idioms and overall enthusiasm for figurative language. Each idiom needs to be solved by deciphering a combination of jumbled letters and pictures. You may wish to demonstrate with an example card, but generally students understand the task very quickly. These cards have been used successfully with: Grades 3-7 ESL / EAL / EFL / Grades 4 – 12, University/College, Adult This resource contains: 26 cards (25 idioms and one title card) Student recording sheet Answer Key (Answers are also in an optional full-sized pdf) Student sentence sheet PDF and PNG Files The idioms included in Set 1: To get the ball rolling, Cup of tea, Back to square one, All in the same boat, Over the moon, Rip off, To cut corners, Cold turkey, Drive me up the wall, The green light, Under the weather, Fishy, To see eye to eye, Skeleton in the closet, Out of this world, Head over Heels, Out of the blue, Up and running, To fly off the handle, To go the extra mile, In a pickle, A leopard can’t change its spots, In two minds, To be caught red-handed, Barking up the wrong tree. Instructions: Print, laminate and cut the individual cards. (p. 2-8) Print student sheet (p. 9) and provide each student with a worksheet. You may prefer to allow students to work in pairs. Distribute the cards around the room. Students may start at any number and work their way through in any order, but it is helpful to remind students to write the idiom in the same numbered answer box i.e., if they are on card number 12, they should write their answer in answer box number 12. Students check their answers. An extra sheet is provided (p. 11) to have students choose 4 idioms and write 4 sentences to demonstrate their understanding and ability to use it in the correct context. Students may access the cards and definitions while writing their sentences. For higher grades, students are more likely to enjoy being challenged by seeing if they can use two idioms in the right context in the one sentence. Enjoy!

Know Your Idioms Task Cards - Puzzling Problems Set 3 is a set of fun, problem solving task cards designed to engage students in developing their knowledge of idioms and overall enthusiasm for figurative language. Each idiom needs to be solved by deciphering a combination of jumbled letters and pictures. You may wish to demonstrate with an example card, but generally students understand the task very quickly. These cards have been used successfully with: Grades 3-7 ESL / EAL / EFL / Grades 4 – 12, University/College, Adult This resource contains: 26 cards (25 idioms and one title card) Student recording sheet Answer Key (Answers are also in an optional full-sized pdf) Student sentence sheet PDF and PNG Files The idioms included in Set 3: Apple of my eye, Cost an arm and a leg, Close but no cigar, Mum’s the word, To let the cat out of the bag, Once in blue moon, To win hands down, Bite the bullet, A walk in the park, Neck of the woods, On the cards, All ears, Fish out of water, Hit the sack, At the drop of a hat, Ball is in your court, By the skin of my teeth, For a song, All Greek to me, Finding your feet, Over the top, Pipe down, Run out of steam, Skating on thin ice, Wrap it up Instructions: Print, laminate and cut the individual cards. (p. 2-8) Print student sheet (p. 9) and provide each student with a worksheet. You may prefer to allow students to work in pairs. Distribute the cards around the room. Students may start at any number and work their way through in any order, but it is helpful to remind students to write the idiom in the same numbered answer box i.e., if they are on card number 12, they should write their answer in answer box number 12. Students check their answers. An extra sheet is provided (p. 11) to have students choose 4 idioms and write 4 sentences to demonstrate their understanding and ability to use it in the correct context. Students may access the cards and definitions while writing their sentences. For higher grades, students are more likely to enjoy being challenged by seeing if they can use two idioms in the right context in the one sentence. Enjoy!

Know Your Idioms Task Cards - Puzzling Problems Set 2 is a set of fun, problem solving task cards designed to engage students in developing their knowledge of idioms and overall enthusiasm for figurative language. Each idiom needs to be solved by deciphering a combination of jumbled letters and pictures. You may wish to demonstrate with an example card, but generally students understand the task very quickly. These cards have been used successfully with: Grades 3-7 ESL / EAL / EFL / Grades 4 – 12, University/College, Adult This resource contains: 26 cards (25 idioms and one title card) Student recording sheet Answer Key (Answers are also in an optional full-sized pdf) Student sentence sheet PDF and PNG Files The idioms included in Set 2: Hold your horses, Hit the nail on the head, No big deal, To sit on the fence, On the ball, Blow your own trumpet, On cloud nine, Different kettle of fish, First crack at, A head start, Second nature, A double-edged sword, A drop in the ocean, Over the hill, Cherry pick, Hit it off, A piece of cake, Bigger fish to fry, Second to none, Storm in a teacup, A dime a dozen, To spill the beans, Turn a blind eye, A stone’s throw, Brush up on Instructions: Print, laminate and cut the individual cards. (p. 2-8) Print student sheet (p. 9) and provide each student with a worksheet. You may prefer to allow students to work in pairs. Distribute the cards around the room. Students may start at any number and work their way through in any order, but it is helpful to remind students to write the idiom in the same numbered answer box i.e., if they are on card number 12, they should write their answer in answer box number 12. Students check their answers. An extra sheet is provided (p. 11) to have students choose 4 idioms and write 4 sentences to demonstrate their understanding and ability to use it in the correct context. Students may access the cards and definitions while writing their sentences. For higher grades, students are more likely to enjoy being challenged by seeing if they can use two idioms in the right context in the one sentence. Enjoy!

Figurative Language English Center: Classic Similes Puzzling Problems Set 1 is a fun, matching activity designed to engage students in developing their knowledge of similes and overall enthusiasm for figurative language. This center is perfect for young learners or ESL students who are just beginning their journey into similes and figurative language. Each simile needs to be solved by deciphering a combination of jumbled letters and pictures. You may wish to demonstrate with an example card, but generally students understand the task very quickly. These cards have been used successfully with: Grades 2-4 ESL / EAL / EFL / Grades 4 – 12, University/College, Adult This resource contains: 41 cards (20 simile matches and one title card) Student recording sheet (optional) Answer Key A bonus extra set without the ‘puzzling’ elements. This extra set can be used as a differentiation option, to play the memory/concentration game or as answer cards. PDF and PNG Files Instructions: Print, laminate and cut the individual cards. (p. 2-12) The differentiated/answer set may also be printed and laminated (p. 15-24) Mix the cards. Using the imbedded arrows, have students match the cards to create the classic simile. (You may wish to print out the student recording sheet and have students write down the similes) Cards can be divided into as few or as many sets as required. As well as finding matches, older or advanced students can try playing the memory/concentration game while emerging learners can play the memory/concentration game using the differentiated cards. Enjoy!

Figurative Language English Center: Classic Similes Puzzling Problems Set 3 is a fun, matching activity designed to engage students in developing their knowledge of similes and overall enthusiasm for figurative language. This center is perfect for young learners or ESL students who are just beginning their journey into similes and figurative language. Each simile needs to be solved by deciphering a combination of jumbled letters and pictures. You may wish to demonstrate with an example card, but generally students understand the task very quickly. These cards have been used successfully with: Grades 2-4 ESL / EAL / EFL / Grades 4 – 12, University/College, Adult This resource contains: 41 cards (20 simile matches and one title card) Student recording sheet (optional) Answer Key A bonus extra set without the ‘puzzling’ elements. This extra set can be used as a differentiation option, to play the memory/concentration game or as answer cards. PDF and PNG Files Instructions: Print, laminate and cut the individual cards. (p. 2-12) The differentiated/answer set may also be printed and laminated (p. 15-24) Mix the cards. Using the imbedded arrows, have students match the cards to create the classic simile. (You may wish to print out the student recording sheet and have students write down the similes) Cards can be divided into as few or as many sets as required. As well as finding matches, older or advanced students can try playing the memory/concentration game while emerging learners can play the memory/concentration game using the differentiated cards. Enjoy!

Figurative Language English Center: Classic Similes Puzzling Problems Set 2 is a fun, matching activity designed to engage students in developing their knowledge of similes and overall enthusiasm for figurative language. This center is perfect for young learners or ESL students who are just beginning their journey into similes and figurative language. Each simile needs to be solved by deciphering a combination of jumbled letters and pictures. You may wish to demonstrate with an example card, but generally students understand the task very quickly. These cards have been used successfully with: Grades 2-4 ESL / EAL / EFL / Grades 4 – 12, University/College, Adult This resource contains: 41 cards (20 simile matches and one title card) Student recording sheet (optional) Answer Key A bonus extra set without the ‘puzzling’ elements. This extra set can be used as a differentiation option, to play the memory/concentration game or as answer cards. PDF and PNG Files Instructions: Print, laminate and cut the individual cards. (p. 2-12) The differentiated/answer set may also be printed and laminated (p. 15-24) Mix the cards. Using the imbedded arrows, have students match the cards to create the classic simile. (You may wish to print out the student recording sheet and have students write down the similes) Cards can be divided into as few or as many sets as required. As well as finding matches, older or advanced students can try playing the memory/concentration game while emerging learners can play the memory/concentration game using the differentiated cards. Enjoy!

Get ready to travel back in time to one of the most exciting and transformative decades in history! Introducing the Dazzling Decades Series: The Fifties - an engaging and immersive reading comprehension activity that will transport your students to a time of cultural revolution, technological advances, and social change. With three stages that build on each other, your students will develop a deeper understanding of the era that defined a generation. In Stage 1, students prepare for the informational text by matching ten key vocabulary words with their definitions, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of the text. In Stage 2, students dive into the informational text, reading it independently or with a partner, small group, or center. In Stage 3, students are tested with six multiple-choice questions that assess their comprehension of the text. This resource contains: 1 informational text 10 essential vocabulary words with definitions 6 multiple-choice comprehension questions complete with answer sheet Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional) This resource is perfect for teachers looking for an engaging and effective teaching tool, or for individual learners looking to develop their comprehension skills. To ensure that this resource can be used time and time again, we recommend that the text, assorted vocabulary matches, and comprehension question and answer sheets be laminated for durability. This will help to preserve the quality of the resources, making them a valuable long-term addition to your teaching toolkit. All the very best!

**Get ready to travel back in time to one of the most challenging and transformative decades in history! ** Introducing the Dazzling Decades Series: The Forties - an engaging and immersive reading comprehension activity that will transport your students to a time of world war, cultural shifts, and patriotic unity. With three stages that build on each other, your students will develop a deeper understanding of the era that defined a generation. In Stage 1, students prepare for the informational text by matching ten key vocabulary words with their definitions, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of the text. In Stage 2, students dive into the informational text, reading it independently or with a partner, small group, or center. In Stage 3, students are tested with six multiple-choice questions that assess their comprehension of the text. This resource contains: 1 informational text 10 essential vocabulary words with definitions 6 multiple-choice comprehension questions complete with answer sheet Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional) This resource is perfect for teachers looking for an engaging and effective teaching tool, or for individual learners looking to develop their comprehension skills. To ensure that this resource can be used time and time again, we recommend that the text, assorted vocabulary matches, and comprehension question and answer sheets be laminated for durability. This will help to preserve the quality of the resources, making them a valuable long-term addition to your teaching toolkit. All the very best!

**Get ready to travel back in time to one of the most exciting and memorable decades in history! Introducing the Dazzling Decades Series: The Roaring 20’s - an engaging and immersive reading comprehension activity that will captivate your students and leave a lasting impression. ** With three stages that build on each other, your students will develop a deeper understanding of the era that defined a generation. In Stage 1, students prepare for the informational text by matching ten key vocabulary words with their definitions, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of the text. In Stage 2, students dive into the informational text, reading it independently or with a partner, small group, or center. In Stage 3, students are tested with six multiple-choice questions that assess their comprehension of the text. This resource contains: 1 informational text 10 essential vocabulary words with definitions 6 multiple-choice comprehension questions complete with answer sheet Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional) This resource is perfect for teachers looking for an engaging and effective teaching tool, or for individual learners looking to develop their comprehension skills. To ensure that this resource can be used time and time again, we recommend that the text, assorted vocabulary matches, and comprehension question and answer sheets be laminated for durability. This will help to preserve the quality of the resources, making them a valuable long-term addition to your teaching toolkit. All the very best!

Get ready to travel back in time to one of the most challenging and transformative decades in history! Introducing the Dazzling Decades Series: The Dirty Thirties - an engaging and immersive reading comprehension activity that will transport your students to a time of economic hardship, cultural change, and social struggle. With three stages that build on each other, your students will develop a deeper understanding of the era that defined a generation. In Stage 1, students prepare for the informational text by matching ten key vocabulary words with their definitions, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of the text. In Stage 2, students dive into the informational text, reading it independently or with a partner, small group, or center. In Stage 3, students are tested with six multiple-choice questions that assess their comprehension of the text. This resource contains: 1 informational text 10 essential vocabulary words with definitions 6 multiple-choice comprehension questions complete with answer sheet Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional) This resource is perfect for teachers looking for an engaging and effective teaching tool, or for individual learners looking to develop their comprehension skills. To ensure that this resource can be used time and time again, we recommend that the text, assorted vocabulary matches, and comprehension question and answer sheets be laminated for durability. This will help to preserve the quality of the resources, making them a valuable long-term addition to your teaching toolkit. All the very best!

Get ready to travel back in time to one of the most exciting and transformative decades in history! Introducing the Dazzling Decades Series: The Sixties - an engaging and immersive reading comprehension activity that will transport your students to a time of cultural revolution, technological advances, and social change. With three stages that build on each other, your students will develop a deeper understanding of the era that defined a generation. In Stage 1, students prepare for the informational text by matching ten key vocabulary words with their definitions, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of the text. In Stage 2, students dive into the informational text, reading it independently or with a partner, small group, or center. In Stage 3, students are tested with six multiple-choice questions that assess their comprehension of the text. This resource contains: 1 informational text 10 essential vocabulary words with definitions 6 multiple-choice comprehension questions complete with answer sheet Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional) This resource is perfect for teachers looking for an engaging and effective teaching tool, or for individual learners looking to develop their comprehension skills. To ensure that this resource can be used time and time again, we recommend that the text, assorted vocabulary matches, and comprehension question and answer sheets be laminated for durability. This will help to preserve the quality of the resources, making them a valuable long-term addition to your teaching toolkit. All the very best!

Step into the time machine and embark on a journey to the sensational '80s - a decade filled with incredible energy, radical transformations, and an explosion of creativity! Introducing the Dazzling Decades Series: an engaging and immersive reading comprehension activity that will transport your students to a time of neon lights, iconic music, and groundbreaking cultural movements. With three stages that build on each other, your students will develop a deeper understanding of the era that defined a generation. In Stage 1, students prepare for the informational text by matching ten key vocabulary words with their definitions, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of the text. In Stage 2, students dive into the informational text, reading it independently or with a partner, small group, or center. In Stage 3, students are tested with six multiple-choice questions that assess their comprehension of the text. This resource contains: 1 informational text 10 essential vocabulary words with definitions 6 multiple-choice comprehension questions complete with answer sheet Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional) This resource is perfect for teachers looking for an engaging and effective teaching tool, or for individual learners looking to develop their comprehension skills. To ensure that this resource can be used time and time again, we recommend that the text, assorted vocabulary matches, and comprehension question and answer sheets be laminated for durability. This will help to preserve the quality of the resources, making them a valuable long-term addition to your teaching toolkit. All the very best!

Get ready to travel back in time to one of the most groovy and transformative decades in history! Introducing the Dazzling Decades Series: The Seventies - an engaging and immersive reading comprehension activity that will transport your students to a time of vibrant colors, disco fever, and cultural shifts. With three stages that build on each other, your students will develop a deeper understanding of the era that defined a generation. In Stage 1, students prepare for the informational text by matching ten key vocabulary words with their definitions, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of the text. In Stage 2, students dive into the informational text, reading it independently or with a partner, small group, or center. In Stage 3, students are tested with six multiple-choice questions that assess their comprehension of the text. This resource contains: 1 informational text 10 essential vocabulary words with definitions 6 multiple-choice comprehension questions complete with answer sheet Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional) This resource is perfect for teachers looking for an engaging and effective teaching tool, or for individual learners looking to develop their comprehension skills. To ensure that this resource can be used time and time again, we recommend that the text, assorted vocabulary matches, and comprehension question and answer sheets be laminated for durability. This will help to preserve the quality of the resources, making them a valuable long-term addition to your teaching toolkit. All the very best!

Step into the time machine and embark on a journey to the nostalgic '90s - a decade filled with unforgettable moments, vibrant trends, and a whirlwind of cultural phenomena! Introducing the Dazzling Decades Series: an exciting and immersive reading comprehension activity that will transport your students to an era of iconic fashion, chart-topping music, and groundbreaking cultural shifts. With three stages that build on each other, your students will develop a deeper understanding of the era that defined a generation. In Stage 1, students prepare for the informational text by matching ten key vocabulary words with their definitions, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of the text. In Stage 2, students dive into the informational text, reading it independently or with a partner, small group, or center. In Stage 3, students are tested with six multiple-choice questions that assess their comprehension of the text. This resource contains: 1 informational text 10 essential vocabulary words with definitions 6 multiple-choice comprehension questions complete with answer sheet Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional) This resource is perfect for teachers looking for an engaging and effective teaching tool, or for individual learners looking to develop their comprehension skills. To ensure that this resource can be used time and time again, we recommend that the text, assorted vocabulary matches, and comprehension question and answer sheets be laminated for durability. This will help to preserve the quality of the resources, making them a valuable long-term addition to your teaching toolkit. All the very best!

Step back in time to the dirty thirties and joust with jargon! Can you master the challenge of matching the correct words with their definitions? To get started, print, laminate, and cut the 48 cards (24 matches) included in this resource, which is available in both PDF and high-quality PNG formats. Mix the cards up and have fun matching the words with their corresponding definitions. Alternatively, students can play a memory game by taking turns flipping over two cards at a time, trying to make a match. The student with the most sets of matching cards at the end of the game is the winner! So put on your thinking cap and discover the language of the era. Good luck and let the joust begin!

Step back in time to the roaring twenties and joust with jargon! Can you master the challenge of matching the correct words with their definitions? To get started, print, laminate, and cut the 48 cards (24 matches) included in this resource, which is available in both PDF and high-quality PNG formats. Mix the cards up and have fun matching the words with their corresponding definitions. Alternatively, students can play a memory game by taking turns flipping over two cards at a time, trying to make a match. The student with the most sets of matching cards at the end of the game is the winner! So put on your thinking cap and discover the language of the era. Good luck and let the joust begin!

Step back in time to the sixties and joust with jargon! Can you master the challenge of matching the correct words with their definitions? To get started, print, laminate, and cut the 48 cards (24 matches) included in this resource, which is available in both PDF and high-quality PNG formats. Mix the cards up and have fun matching the words with their corresponding definitions. Alternatively, students can play a memory game by taking turns flipping over two cards at a time, trying to make a match. The student with the most sets of matching cards at the end of the game is the winner! So put on your thinking cap and discover the language of the era. Good luck and let the joust begin!

Step back in time to the seventies and joust with jargon! Can you master the challenge of matching the correct words with their definitions? To get started, print, laminate, and cut the 48 cards (24 matches) included in this resource, which is available in both PDF and high-quality PNG formats. Mix the cards up and have fun matching the words with their corresponding definitions. Alternatively, students can play a memory game by taking turns flipping over two cards at a time, trying to make a match. The student with the most sets of matching cards at the end of the game is the winner! So put on your thinking cap and discover the language of the era. Good luck and let the joust begin!

Step back in time to the eighties and joust with jargon! Can you master the challenge of matching the correct words with their definitions? To get started, print, laminate, and cut the 48 cards (24 matches) included in this resource, which is available in both PDF and high-quality PNG formats. Mix the cards up and have fun matching the words with their corresponding definitions. Alternatively, students can play a memory game by taking turns flipping over two cards at a time, trying to make a match. The student with the most sets of matching cards at the end of the game is the winner! So put on your thinking cap and discover the language of the era. Good luck and let the joust begin!

Looking to captivate your students’ attention while educating them about one of the most catastrophic human-made disasters in history? Introducing the Human-Made Disasters Series: Titanic Sinking - a three-stage reading comprehension activity that is sure to leave a lasting impression on your students. In Stage 1, students prepare for the informational text by matching ten key vocabulary words with their definitions, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of the text. In Stage 2, students dive into the informational text, reading it independently or with a partner, small group, or center. In Stage 3, students are tested with six multiple-choice questions that assess their comprehension of the text. This resource contains: 1 informational text 10 essential vocabulary words with definitions 6 multiple-choice comprehension questions complete with answer sheet Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional) This resource is perfect for teachers looking for an engaging and effective teaching tool, or for individual learners looking to develop their comprehension skills. To ensure that this resource can be used time and time again, we recommend that the text, assorted vocabulary matches, and comprehension question and answer sheets be laminated for durability. This will help to preserve the quality of the resources, making them a valuable long-term addition to your teaching toolkit. All the very best!