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English language English language Computer-assisted instruction for foreign speakers English language Idioms English language Idioms Juvenile literature English language Study and teaching Spanish speakers English language Terms and phrases English language Textbooks for foreign speakers English language United States Idioms Figures of speech Figures of speech Juvenile literatureBooth, Thomas
Summary: "[This book] presents more than 1,000 idioms and expressions in context, with clear, simple definitions and attractive illustrations. Work through the tightly focused practice exercises and listen to the free audio to commit the English phrases to memory and make your English more fluent and natural."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 428.24 BOOCopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 428.24 BOOMatthews, Scott
Summary: "Like many people, you've probably used idioms or phrases like these without giving them a second thought. But if you were to take a moment to step back and learn about them you'll be pleasantly surprised to discover the mesmerizing and sometimes outright bizarre origins to these fun sayings! In Why Do We Say That, we have curated 101 of the most regularly used idioms, proverbs, turns of...
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Publisher / Publication Date: [publisher not identified] 2021
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 423.13 MATGillett, Amy.
Summary: "If you already speak English and now you'd like to start speaking even better; then speak English Like An American is for you."
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Publisher / Publication Date: Language Success Press 2004
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 428.24 GILRingstad, Arnold.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Childs World Inc 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 428.313 RINOelschlager, Vanita.
Summary: Presents several humorously illustrated food-related idioms, along with explanations of what they mean and examples of how they are used.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Vanita Books 2011
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 428.313 OELRingstad, Arnold.
Summary: This book is a collection of idioms, from "Stick-in-the-mud" to "Head over heels," giving meaning, origin, and example.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Child's World 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 428.313 RINRingstad, Arnold
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Publisher / Publication Date: Childs World Inc 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 428.313 RINGillett, Amy
Summary: This book includes over 350 of today's most common American English business idioms and expressions; more than 30 exercises help you master the material; and everyday conversations on topics like how to run a meeting, how to discuss a difficult decision, how to conduct a performance review, and many more business situations. The accompanying compact disc features all of the dialogues with the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Language Success Press 2014
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 428.24 GILGwynne, Fred.
Summary: A little girl pictures the things her parents talk about, such as a chocolate moose, a gorilla war, and shoe trees.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon & Schuster 1989
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE FIC GWYCopies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JPB GWY BASKETRaifsnider, Barbara.
Summary: With this audio kit, learn perfect natural speech, sharpen your grammar, master idiomatic expressions, and speak English fluently.
Format: sound recording-nonmusical
Publisher / Publication Date: Random House Information Group 2009
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 428.34 FLUBriggs, Paul
Summary: A child explores where breath might go after it is lost, whether under someone else's breath, among a nursery's baby's breath, or in a breath of fresh air. Includes facts about idioms and the Walt Disney Animation Studios Artist Showcase.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Disney*Hyperion 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE BRIEdwards, Nicola
Summary: "Have you ever wished there was a name for a person who asks too many questions? Or a word for the way you hesitate when you've forgotten someone's name? This handpicked collection of untranslatable words from all over the world celebrates the magic of language, with gorgeous original artwork and fascinating facts about each word and the culture it comes from"--Back cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Kane Miller 2018
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Word EdwardsRees, Nigel
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Trust 2009
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 828.914 REEKobliner, Shirly
Summary: "Engage with everyday expressions in a completely different (and fun!) way, with this entertaining and interactive book of common phrases that can turn a humdrum gathering into a raucous game night. We use expressions all the time. When you feel sick, you're "under the weather." When you feel great, you're "on top of the world." You may be fine with "half a loaf," or you may insist on "the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tiller Press 2020
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Word KoblinerGarrison, Webb B.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rutledge Hill Press 2005
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 422.03 GARBrennan-Nelson, Denise.
Summary: Offers an amusing tale about a child's literal interpretation of the statements his mother commonly makes, such as "money doesn't grow on trees" and "hold your horses."
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sleeping Bear Press 2003
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE FIC BREMcDonald, Megan.
Summary: Seven-year-old Stink Moody discovers that he can get free samples by writing letters to candy companies and plans a surprise for his best friend's birthday.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Candlewick Press 2006
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J FIC MCDCopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in Juvenile- Series, Call number: J Fiction Series McDonald 2006Copies Available at East Bay
1 available in Beginning Readers - Independent Reader (Red), Call number: JBR RED MCDCopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Beginning Readers - Independent Reader (Red), Call number: JBR RED MCDCopies Available at Kingsley
1 available in Beginning Readers - Independent Reader (Red), Call number: JBR RED McDVentura, Marne
Summary: "Monkey see, monkey do" often describes an individual who copies another without much thought. Monkey See, Monkey Do dives into primate characteristics and behavior to investigate if there is truth behind this common expression. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 599.82 VENSummary: Presents hundreds of useful and common idiomatic expressions with simple definitions, natural dialogues, and spoken practice exercises.
Format: sound recording-nonmusical
Publisher / Publication Date: Random House Information Group 2010
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 427.973 EASSummary: Designed to give users comprehensive conversational language and grammar skills. The basic course (10 lessons) focuses on polite greetings and small talk and is perfect for patrons who are planning a short trip to a foreign country, or for those who want to get a taste of a foreign language and culture. The complete course (100 lessons) is designed for patrons who already know the basics of a...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Mango Languages 2009
Summary: Curso completo de inglés, con más de 300 ilustraciones, más de 100 ejercicios con autocorrección, más de 100 conceptos fundamentales, 30 artículos sobre costumbres y cultura de Estados Unidos, más de 700 palabras agrupadas en más de 50 temas de vocabulario, más de 500 frases verbales de uso común en Estados Unidos.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial 2019