Poetry Lessons

Poetry is, let's be honest, not easy to teach at times. I feel it's the hardest genre to teach to my second graders. But it doesn't have to be something you dread to teach. And it doesn't have to be something your students dread either! Using engaging, funny poems while introducing the elements of poetry

Teaching poetry to 3rd grade, 4th grade, or 5th grade students can be difficult. Check out this list of 9 poetry activities for the upper elementary classroom. Teaching poetry vocabulary, using engaging lessons, and poetry comprehension questions will help your students understand the poetry genre. #poetry #teachingpoetry #poetryactivities

Analyzing poetry is a skill all our students need to develop. While students are required to investigate poems often, poetry analysis is still something that many students struggle with. That's why I'm a big fan of practice! I love to give students lots of opportunities to closely read and analyze poetry. (And I've put together a FREE one-pager that students can use with any poem!)

Students will fall in love with reading and writing poetry after learning these key elements of poetry. With student guides, detailed lesson plans, and posters - you will have everything you need to teach a fun and engaging poetry unit.

A collection of different poetry lessons, activities, and projects, plus a TDA essay, digital escape room, and final test!

Jump-start those growing minds with these adorable poems.

Teach your students how to write an ode. This free poetry lesson for upper elementary and middle school students is really fun! Free printables are included!

Poetry: Do you love it or hate it? Middle schoolers think they hate it. But it's all in how we teach it. Get your students writing poems easily and effectively. How? All it takes is 5 easy steps. ➡️Give Kids a List of Poetic Devices ➡️Use Music as a Mentor Text ➡️Give Kids Some Parameters ➡️Give Kids Some Choice ➡️Refine Want to know more about poetry lessons and activities? Read my blog post, "How to Write Poetry in 5 Steps - Teaching Poetry Writing".

Teaching Poetry to Middle Schoolers I mean, how do you have more fun than THIS?! In all seriousness, it is my favorite unit by far. Here's why: 💗Poetry is more creative. 💗Writing poetry is personal; you get to know your students. 💗Poetry is a gateway into tough literary devices. Interested in making this enjoyable for your students and for yourself? Read more about poetry lessons and activities in my blog post, "Teaching Poetry to Middle Schoolers: Simple Methods"

Bringing poetry into the classroom to get students to talk to each other, express their thoughts, and tackle challenging topics.