What does it mean when someone says, “don’t judge

a book by its cover”?

In this lesson, you will learn the meaning of the idiom, “don’t judge a book by its cover,” by

looking at a cartoon.

Let’s ReviewLet’s Review

An idiom is a phrase or expression that cannot be taken literally.

Let’s ReviewA Common Mistake

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Let’s ReviewCore Lesson

Don’t judge a book by its cover. Just because Sarah is really pretty doesn’t make her a snob.

Sarah

Let’s ReviewCore Lesson

The idiom, “don’t judge a book by its cover” means do not judge people by what you see on the outside.

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She’s really pretty.

She must be a snob.

I hope they don’t think I’m mean. I’m really nice.

In this lesson you have learned the meaning of the idiom, “don’t judge a book by its

cover,” by looking at a cartoon.

Let’s ReviewGuided Practice

Write a sentence that includes the idiom “don’t judge a book by its cover.”

Let’s ReviewExtension Activities

Draw a picture that illustrates the meaning of the idiom, “don’t judge a book by its cover.”

Let’s ReviewExtension Activities

Write a story about a time you judged a book by its cover. What happened?

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Quick Quiz

Write a paragraph that includes the phrase “don’t judge a book by its cover” and shows that you understand the meaning.