English Idioms

5th GradeELA45 min

Learning Objective

I can explain the meaning of common English idioms like "hit the sack" and "break a leg."

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

7 min

Guided Notes

9 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • If you are tired and want to go to bed, you might say that you want to hit the sack.

  • To wish someone good luck, you can tell them to break a leg.

  • If something is very easy to do, you can say that it is a piece of cake.

Practice

14 min

9 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

What does it mean if someone tells you to "hit the sack?" What does it mean if someone says "break a leg?"

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