Class Fun Reading: Idioms Starter Kit

Engaging idioms help children learn useful English expressions and understand how they are used in everyday language. Below, you can explore a selection of interactive cards with hidden meanings, which can be revealed when needed.
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Class Fun: idioms

English idioms for fun language practice

Let students read each idiom and guess what it means. Then click the Show Answer button underneath to reveal the correct meaning!

Idioms: 'A piece of cake'

Correct answer: C (it's easy)

Meaning: Something that is very easy to do.

Idioms: 'One smart cookie'

Correct answer: B (a clever person)

Meaning: A very intelligent or clever person.

Idioms: 'As cool as a cucumber'

Correct answer: B (a person who never gets angry)

Meaning: Very calm and relaxed, especially in a difficult situation.

Idioms: 'Dog days'

Correct answer: A (very hot days)

Meaning: The hottest period of the summer season.

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