Idioms Task Cards | Figurative Language Correct or Incorrect | SLP SPED Autism

Give students plenty of idiom practice they'll actually enjoy! These Idioms Task Cards include 60 cards that build figurative language and comprehension. Students read an idiom and a meaning, then decide whether the meaning is correct or incorrect — a simple, focused way to check understanding of non-literal language. With multiple ways to use them, they're perfect for literacy centers, independent work stations, and small groups.

📦 What's Included

• 60 idioms task cards
• Each card gives an idiom and a meaning — students decide if it's correct or incorrect
• Print, laminate, and cut to assemble for years of reuse

📚 How to Use

• Students read each card and decide whether the meaning is correct or incorrect
• Complete the cards multiple ways (see preview for details):
  • Clothespin task
  • Paperclip task
  • Dry erase marker task
  • Cookie sheet activity
• Use in literacy centers, independent work stations, or small groups

🎯 Skills Targeted

• Idioms and figurative language
• Understanding non-literal meaning
• Reading and listening comprehension
• Vocabulary
• Critical thinking (correct vs. incorrect)
• Following directions
• Fine motor skills (clothespin, clip, marker)
• Independent work skills

💛 Perfect For

• Speech-language therapy (figurative language, idioms, comprehension)
• Special education classrooms (SPED)
• Autism classrooms and ABA programs
• Occupational therapy (clothespin fine motor)
• Upper elementary, middle school, and older students who need accessible materials
• Literacy centers, work stations, and task boxes
• ESL/ELL, homeschool, and ECSE

🌟 Why Teachers Love This Resource

• 60 cards for lots of idiom practice
• Simple correct-or-incorrect format checks understanding
• Multiple ways to complete — clothespin, paperclip, marker, or cookie sheet
• Makes figurative language accessible for older learners
• Works for centers, independent work, and small groups
• Reusable year after year once laminated

🎁 Save with the bundle! These task cards are part of the Idioms Activities Mini-Bundle — get the idiom adapted books AND task cards together and save!

📚 More hands-on task cards:

• Hands-On Task Cards
• Complete Adapted Books Collection