Why do we use, "A dime a dozen" to describe something common? What about, "A needle in a haystack" to describe something difficult to find? Why does, "Spill the beans" refer to telling a secret?
You've probably used dozens of these idioms and phrases without ever giving them a second thought. Have you ever thought about where they come from? Find out all the origins and meanings of dozens of popular American English expressions and phrases.
Pick up a copy of "Why do We Say That for Kids" if you want to . . .
- Have some fun with words.
- Find out why "Hold your horses" means to wait.
- Give a nice birthday gift or stocking stuffer to a child in your life.
- Expand your child's vocabulary.
- Make reading fun!
- Have an interesting family-time reading book.
Click the BUY NOW button to have some fun with word origins! Unravel the mysteries of 101 popular American English idioms.
Why do we use, "A dime a dozen" to describe something common? What about, "A needle in a haystack" to describe something difficult to find? Why does, "Spill the beans" refer to telling a secret?
You've probably used dozens of these idioms and phrases without ever giving them a second thought. Have you ever thought about where they come from? Find out all the origins and meanings of dozens of popular American English expressions and phrases.
Pick up a copy of "Why do We Say That for Kids" if you want to . . .
- Have some fun with words.
- Find out why "Hold your horses" means to wait.
- Give a nice birthday gift or stocking stuffer to a child in your life.
- Expand your child's vocabulary.
- Make reading fun!
- Have an interesting family-time reading book.
Click the BUY NOW button to have some fun with word origins! Unravel the mysteries of 101 popular American English idioms.
Why Do We Say That (For Kids): The History and Origin of 101 Idioms, Expressions, and Sayings
Why Do We Say That (For Kids): The History and Origin of 101 Idioms, Expressions, and Sayings
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Product Details
| BN ID: | 2940166893376 |
|---|---|
| Publisher: | Jackie Bolen |
| Publication date: | 01/18/2023 |
| Sold by: | Draft2Digital |
| Format: | eBook |
| File size: | 2 MB |
| Age Range: | 9 - 12 Years |