Author: | Will Moses | ISBN: | 9780399548154 |
Publisher: | Penguin Young Readers Group | Publication: | September 18, 2008 |
Imprint: | Philomel Books | Language: | English |
Author: | Will Moses |
ISBN: | 9780399548154 |
Publisher: | Penguin Young Readers Group |
Publication: | September 18, 2008 |
Imprint: | Philomel Books |
Language: | English |
Have you ever wondered how someone can be “in a pickle” when pickles are so small, or why mothers say you’re “on thin ice” even when you’re indoors? Are you perplexed that your father “brings home the bacon” but is a strict vegetarian? Will Moses has the answers, and sheds light not only on these idioms but dozens more with Raining Cats and Dogs.
Using his trademark folk-art style, Moses infuses a sense of mischief and humor into these often puzzling phrases, educating readers while entertaining them.
Have you ever wondered how someone can be “in a pickle” when pickles are so small, or why mothers say you’re “on thin ice” even when you’re indoors? Are you perplexed that your father “brings home the bacon” but is a strict vegetarian? Will Moses has the answers, and sheds light not only on these idioms but dozens more with Raining Cats and Dogs.
Using his trademark folk-art style, Moses infuses a sense of mischief and humor into these often puzzling phrases, educating readers while entertaining them.