Grade 5/6 have been looking at what comprises a proverb. We defined it as a condensed but memorable saying that embodies experiences that are true for most people. We looked at some we already knew and others we didn’t know. Here are a few that we didn’t know but filled in as best we could. We later learned what the proverb actually was. We had a good laugh and we hope you do too.

When the blind leadeth the blind … they run into a tree!

There’s no fool like … someone that got stuck in a well.

Don’t bite the hand that … bites back.

What’s good for the goose is … grass!

Laugh and the world laughs with you. Cry and … the world pities you.

A penny saved … is a good day.

Strike while … you still can.

People who live in glass houses … have no privacy.

Don’t cross the bridge before … checking for trolls.

Tamara Tucker
Grade 5/6