figures of speech

Figures of speech paired with line drawings and photography depict a young boy and his loyal dog as they embark on the perilous journey of life.

Comical cats explain the differences between similes and metaphors.

Humorous text and illustrations introduce a variety of homonyms and figures of speech.

A very literal boy who does not like trying new foods receives many confusing words of advice in the form of such phrases as "people need three square meals a day" and "I knew you were a tough cookie.".

A very literal little boy is confused by all the figures of speech he hears over the course of his first day of school, but knows he is very happy to get home again.

Explains the source of various sayings and expressions from the American frontier, as well as how they are used today. Includes such sayings as "cut and dried" and "apple of one's eye.".

Presents the meanings of over four hundred common phrases with references to animals, along with vivid illustrations.