Similes, metaphors, idioms and words with multiple meanings can be challenging to learn, but they’re essential for complete fluency and comprehension in any language.

Deconstruct Expressions

These Meaning Flashcards deconstruct expressions that have multiple meanings, or don’t always convey the literal meaning of the words comprising them, via memorable images. For example, the expression ‘red as a beetroot’ is shown with an illustration of a person who has a literal beet for a head. It’s a silly image, but that’s what makes it memorable - especially for young children! 

The cards are conveniently colour-coded to make it easier to determine which type of expression they’re teaching:

• Cards with metaphors and similes have green borders
• Cards that illustrate the multiple meanings of words have blue borders
• Cards with idioms have red borders
• The cards are best used with Flashbot to facilitate learning and easy recall

Features

• Colour-coded borders according to topic
• Colourful, visually striking images that concisely convey the meaning of the sentence

In full, this product contains:

• 3 decks x 54 cards (162 cards in total)

Additional information:

• Suitable for children between the ages of 6-9
• Use with Flashbot which can be purchased separately