Description

Ages: 8 and up

Grades: 3rd and up

Author: Rachele Ellsworth, M.S., CCC-SLP

Make Figurative Language Fun with the Idioms – Double Dice Add-On Deck!

Help students unlock the meaning of idiomatic expressions and boost their understanding of figurative language with the Idioms – Double Dice Add-On Deck. This interactive, hands-on tool gives learners the skills to interpret idioms through contextual clues, explain their meanings, and connect them to real-life situations.

With 54 idioms and 216 follow-up questions, students get repeated, meaningful practice in making sense of expressions that don’t mean exactly what they say—an essential skill for strong reading comprehension and everyday conversation.

What Skills Are Targeted?

• Context Clue Use – Determining the meaning of idioms from surrounding text.

• Interpretation – Explaining idiomatic expressions in their own words.

• Application – Relating idioms to relevant, real-world situations.

• Figurative Language Awareness – Expanding vocabulary and expressive abilities.

How It Works:

1. Set Up the Cards – Place nine cards face down on the table.

2. Roll the Dice – A student rolls the double dice.

3. Match the Shape – Flip the card that matches the shape on the outer die.

4. Read the Prompt – Use the inner die number to choose one of the four idiom-based questions.

5. Respond – The student determines, explains, or applies the idiom’s meaning.

Each 3″ x 5″ card features an engaging photograph, a sentence or short passage containing an idiom, and four follow-up questions to deepen understanding.

Why Choose the Idioms – Double Dice Add-On Deck?

• Focused Skill Building: Improves reading comprehension and expressive language.

• Interactive Format: Keeps students engaged through game play.

• Versatile Use: Ideal for classrooms, therapy sessions, or home learning.

• Endless Replay Value: 216 prompts ensure fresh learning every time.

Note:

This is an Add-On Deck. The double dice is not included, but can be purchased separately:

• 2 Pack: DD-100

• 1 Pack: DD-105

What’s Included:

✔️ 54 large-format playing cards (3″ x 5″) with photos, idioms, and 4 follow-up questions per card (216 total!)
✔️ List of idioms with meanings, direction cards, and game variation cards
✔️ Durable storage tin for easy organization

Help students crack the code of figurative language—one idiom at a time—with the Idioms – Double Dice Add-On Deck!