Idioms & Figurative Language — Free Grade 5 Grammar Worksheet (Animals)
A free printable Grade 5 grammar worksheet on idioms & figurative language. Three fun activities — circle the correct word, write the word, and write your own sentence — with kid-friendly icons, handwriting lines, and a full answer key. Instant PDF, no sign-up.
Animals bring idioms and figurative language to life in this challenging Grade 5 grammar worksheet, where students interpret expressions that cannot be taken literally and explore how figurative meaning enriches communication. Teachers can use it to deepen reading comprehension work by helping students unlock meaning in literature, informational texts, and everyday conversation. Recognizing and using figurative language is a key milestone in Grade 5 ELA that directly supports both reading analysis and creative writing.
Learning objectives
- Identify idioms and other figurative language in animal-themed sentences
- Explain the non-literal meaning of each expression using context clues
- Distinguish figurative language from literal language and describe its effect on the reader
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It's designed for Grade 5 (ages 9–10), covering animals.
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