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48 pp.
| Holiday
| March, 2016
|
TradeISBN 978-0-8234-2135-0$18.95
(3)
K-3
Illustrated by
Eric Brace.
A brief explanation of idioms, metaphors, similes, and proverbs introduces fifteen sections starting at the top of the body ("Heads Up!") and ending at the feet. Each section explores a theme (parade, circus, zoo) and is loaded with comical characters enacting the saying literally (e.g., a strongman pulls a wagon of teeth: "It's like pulling teeth!"). Lots to look at and laugh about. Ind.