"Did you let the cat out of the bag? Well, don't cry over spilled milk! Learn the meaning and origin of these unusual sayings and many more in this engaging, informative book. Colorful, humorous illustrations and clear examples help readers better understand idioms and how to use them. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary, critical-thinking questions, sources for further research, an introduction to the author and illustrator,...

Max takes a class in sign language so that he can talk with his friend, Susan, who cannot hear.

It's dawn and time for bats to go to bed, but Fang's brother Fink can't sleep. Soon the whole family tries different bedtime stories to lull Fink to sleep.

Max celebrates Cinco de Mayo, a Mexican holiday, with Jose's family as they enjoy food, music, dancing, and a parade.

Explains what several confusing but common idioms, such as "Put a bug in his ear," mean, providing examples from real-world situations.

This book presents dozens of common idioms, such as "a chip on your shoulder," "face the music," and "spill the beans"; explains their true meanings; and shows how to use the idioms through real-world situations.

This book presents dozens of common idioms, such as "barking up the wrong tree," "read between the lines," and "selling like hotcakes"; explains their true meanings; and shows how to use the idioms through real-world situations.

Easy-to-read text describes what Mike likes to do at his favorite place the beach.