Once upon a time, in a land far away,
There lived a group of kids who loved to play.
They heard an idiom they didn't understand,
And though they were nervous, they wanted to take command.

"Control your nerves," said another with a smile,
"Let me explain, it'll only take a while."
The kids listened closely as he began to show,
How idioms can confuse, but also help you grow.

"An idiom is a phrase that means more than it seems,
It's like a puzzle that makes you use your dreams.
Though it might not make sense right away,
It can help you express what you want to say."

The kids were amazed and wanted to learn more,
About idioms and what they had in store.
They practiced using them every day,
And soon they were using them in a playful way.

So remember, my dear young friends,
Don't be nervous when an idiom descends.
Take control, ask for an explanation,
And soon you'll be speaking with imagination.

Reflections

1. What is an idiom and how can it help us express ourselves in unique ways?
2. Have you ever felt confused or nervous when you heard someone use an idiom you didn't understand?
3. How did the kids in the story overcome their confusion and nervousness around idioms?
4. Can you think of any idioms that you know and what they might mean?
5. Why do you think it's important to learn about idioms and other forms of figurative language?