Analogies, Proverbs, & Idioms
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Analogies, Proverbs, & Idioms is a companion resource to the NILD Gray Matter Literacy curriculum. Organized by Anchor Group, it features analogy problems, idioms, and proverbs that incorporate the Anchor Words from each group. This resource is designed to support educators in fostering vocabulary development, strengthening students’ understanding of word relationships, and deepening critical thinking skills through NILD’s Proverbs and Analogies techniques.
Analogies: Each Anchor Group includes three sections of analogies, with each analogy incorporating one or more Anchor Words from that group. The analogies are categorized by type, and answers are provided separately at the bottom of the page.
o Simple Analogies (Grades 3-5): feature the most concrete and straightforward relationships.
o Advanced Analogies (Grades 6-8): require a deeper understanding of word meanings and relationships.
o Complex Analogies (Grades 9-12): include more intricate variations of the Anchor Words, encouraging higher-level reasoning for older students.
Proverbs & Idioms: Each Anchor Word is paired with proverbs, idioms, and a Bible verse that either includes the Anchor Word or relates to its meaning.