Idioms and ExpressionsGrade 5 English for Kids
Raining cats and dogs! Sayings that don't mean what they say.
Idioms and Expressions teaches fifth graders phrases that mean something different from their words: a piece of cake means easy! Kids type fun idioms and similes in sentences and learn what they really mean.
- Grade 5 · Ages 10–11
- 4 games
- 21 practice questions
- About 10 min
- Funny Idioms
- More Idioms
- As Busy as a Bee
- Idiom Challenge
English typing course · Grade 5
Idioms and Expressions · Learning goals
What Your Child Will Learn
An idiom means something different from its words: a piece of cake means easy! Type fun idioms and similes in sentences.
- Funny Idioms
- More Idioms
- As Busy as a Bee
- Idiom Challenge
Why it matters
Why This Matters for Kids
Understanding real English
Idioms are everywhere in conversation, books and movies. Knowing them avoids confusion.
Figurative thinking
Idioms teach kids to look beyond literal meaning, a key reading skill.
Colorful writing
Similes and expressions make kids' writing lively and fun to read.
Inside Idioms and Expressions
How the Course Works
Short typing games: kids hear or see each word, type it, and get instant, friendly feedback.
Step 1 · Game
Funny Idioms
Listen and type each idiom. Hear a sentence and type it. (5 exercises)
Step 2 · Game
More Idioms
Type more idioms. Hear a sentence and type it. (5 exercises)
Step 3 · Game
As Busy as a Bee
Type each simile. It compares with as! Hear a sentence and type it. (6 exercises)
Step 4 · Game
Idiom Challenge
Type sentences with idioms and similes. Hear a sentence and type it. (5 exercises)
Word list
Grade 5 Words and Sentences to Type
A sample of what your child hears, reads and types in this course.
- “It is raining cats and dogs.”
- “Break a leg in the show!”
- “That test was a piece of cake.”
- “Don't cry over spilled milk.”
- “Let's call it a day.”
- “I am feeling under the weather.”
For parents
Try It at Home
Learning sticks best when kids use it in real life. Here are simple ideas from this course.
Parent Tip
Draw the literal meaning of an idiom like "raining cats and dogs" with your child, then talk about what it really means.
Idioms and Expressions · Questions from parents
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is this course for?
Idioms and Expressions is a grade 5 english course for kids ages 10–11. That is Year 6 english in the UK and Year 5 in Australia. It also works well for review in the next grade, or as a challenge for a confident younger learner.
What will my child learn?
An idiom means something different from its words: a piece of cake means easy! Type fun idioms and similes in sentences. Along the way they practice: Funny Idioms; More Idioms; As Busy as a Bee; Idiom Challenge.
How long does the course take?
About 10 minutes in total, split into 4 short levels. Most kids finish it over two or three sessions. Progress is saved, so they can stop any time and pick up where they left off.
Is this course free?
Idioms and Expressions is part of SkillBloom Premium, which unlocks every course in every subject. Each subject also has free courses, so your child can try SkillBloom before you decide.
Does my child need to read well to use it?
No. Every word and sentence is read aloud first, and kids type what they hear. Spelling and reading grow together as they play.
Can we use it for homeschool?
Yes. SkillBloom is built for homeschooling families. Kids work through lessons, games and quizzes on their own, and the parent dashboard shows what they finished and which skills need more practice. It works on phones, tablets and laptops.
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