figures of speech

Forty plus wonderfully graphic idioms illustrated most outrageously.

Presents an illustrated collection of rhymes based on quirky expressions adults use that may not always be understood by children, such as "You're the apple of my eye," or "Reach for the stars," and includes an explanation of each saying.

Collection of over sixteen thousand comparison phrases from ancient times to the present.

Provides definitions and countries of origin of slang and colloquial words and phrases used in the English-speaking world; arranged alphabetically from A to Izzy.

The animals collect words for their collections, including words in rhymes and songs.

Tells the stories behind over one thousand animal words and expressions used in everyday language; grouped in nine animal categories including cats, dogs, domestic fowl, farm animals, wild mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians, insects, and marine animals.

Whimsical illustrations and everyday examples provide an explanation for peculiar idioms such as "I'm tickled pink!".

Whimsical illustrations and everyday examples provide an explanation for curious idioms such as "It's as clear as a bell!".