Use the word last in two different ways!
Examples: My dessert didn't last long. I hope I'm not last in line.
How are they the same?
They all have lids, etc.
How are they the same?
They all have teachers and students, desks, books, etc.
Use the word check in two different ways!
Examples: Check your work! I got three checks on my chart! Can you check on the kids? I wrote a check for my friend.
How are they the same?
The are all round or square, etc.
Use the word file in two different ways!
Examples: I file my nails to make them smooth. I put the paper in my file box.
How are they the same?
They are all used to drink with, hold liquid, etc.
How are they the same?
They all have have eyes ears mouths, four legs, etc.
How are they the same?
They all smell nice, colorful. Grow in dirt, etc.
Use the word left in two different ways!
Examples: There isn't any left. Turn to your left.
How are they the same?
They all cut paper, made out of metal, etc.
How are they the same?
They all have a picture, they all need electricity, they all have channels, etc.
How are they the same?
They all have sleeves, etc.
Fall & winter
Use the word can in two different ways!
Examples: Can I go? Open the can of tuna.
How are they the same?
They all need water to survive, they all have fins, gills,eyes, tails, etc.
Scarecrow & farmer
How are they the same?
They all have legs, etc.
How are they the same?
They all serve food, have waiters and waitresses, etc.
How are they the same?
They all need electricity, they all have vents, temperature settings, etc.
How are they the same?
They are all used to keep something warm, are soft, etc.
How are they the same?
They all have doctors, nurses, patients, etc.
Use the word stamp in two different ways!
Examples: I need a stamp to send this envelope. The boy stamps his feet when he is mad. I put a rainbow stamp on my art project.
Use the word bit in two different ways!
Examples: The mosquito bit me. Can I have a little bit more?
How are they the same?
They all have blankets, pillows, mattress, etc.
candy corn & corn
How are they the same?
They all have sleeves, zippers or buttons, etc.
Use the word sink in two different ways!
Examples: The rock will sink to the bottom. I wash my hands in the sink.
How are they the same?
They all sell fruits, vegetables, snacks, bread, etc.
How are they the same?
They all have sand, etc.
How are they the same?
They all have drains, hold water, have a plug, etc.
How are they the same?
They all teach, etc.
Cat & bat
How are they the same?
They all have feathers, wings, etc.
How are they the same?
They all have beds, pillows, blankets, etc.
How are they the same?
They all have a drain, etc.
Use the word club in two different ways!
Examples: I went to chess club after school. Some police carry a club.
Use the word jam in two different ways!
Examples: I bought a jar of strawberry jam. I jam my homework in the bag. I am in a jam.
Use the word date in two different ways!
Examples: I had a date with my husband. What is today's date?
Pumpkin & apple
How are they the same?
They all have 4 equal sides, etc.
How are they the same?
They all have hair, eyes, ears, two legs, etc.
How are they the same?
They all have legs, etc.
Use the word bolt in two different ways!
Examples: I bolted up the hill. The lightning bolt struck the tree. The desk was held together by nuts and bolts.
How are they the same?
They all have tires, handlebars, etc.
Use the word seal in two different ways!
Examples: I seal the box with tape. I saw a seal at the aquarium.
Pumpkin & jack 'o lantern
Use the word clip in two different ways!
Examples: I showed you a clip from the movie. I need to clip my nails. Did you put the clip on the bag of chips?
How are they the same?
They all have pages, made out of paper, etc.
How are they the same?
They are all noisy, etc.
Skittles & M&Ms
How are they the same?
They all have legs, you can sit on them, etc.
Use the word shake in two different ways!
Examples: I shake hands with the neighbor. The girl is so cold she is shaking.
Use the word charge in two different ways!
Examples: I need to charge my phone. The bulls charged at each other. The criminal was charged with burglary.
How are they the same?
They are all round, they all bounce, etc.
How are they the same?
They are all round, they all rotate around the sun, etc.
Use the word hard in two different ways!
Examples: The cement is hard. This homework is really hard!
Broom & mop
Use the word bat in two different ways!
Examples: I need a baseball bat to play. The bat flew into the cave.
How are they the same?
They all move, have wheels, engines, etc.
Use the word bowl in two different ways!
Examples: I bowl every weekend. I ate cereal out of a bowl.
How are they the same?
They all need power, etc.
Use the word star in two different ways!
Examples: I saw a rockstar. There was a shooting star last night. I drew a star on my paper.
How are they the same?
They are all soft, retangular or square, etc.
Use the word box in two different ways!
Examples: I put my things in a box. I went to a show and watched two men box. I drew a box on my paper.
Use the word fly in two different ways!
Examples: The fly landed on my lunch. The airplanes fly in the sky. The fly on his jeans is broken.
How are they the same?
They all taste sweet, etc.
How are they the same?
They all have wings, most can fly, sing, they all have beaks, feathers, etc.
How are they the same?
They all have petals, pollen, smell nice, etc.
Use the word foot in two different ways!
Examples: I jump on one foot. A ruler is one foot long.
How are they the same?
They all have leaves, they all create photosynthesis, clean the air, etc.
Spider & fly
How are they the same?
They all have legs. They are all made out of metal and/or wood, etc.
How are they the same?
They all have doors, windows, etc.
Use the word bark in two different ways!
Examples: The dog barks. I see bark on the tree.
How are they the same?
They are all small, they all cry, etc.
How are they the same?
They are all frozen, come in plastic, etc.
Bats & owls