Poetry Activity Cards

I used to have a hard time motivating my students to write poetry. I tried everything! That's when I came up with the idea of poetry cards. 


These 27 Poetry Activity Task Cards can be used to create poetry packets, at centers or to model different types of poetry. Each card has a definition and example of a particular poem. Included are traditional types of poems such as couplets, cinquains, odes and more. Humorous and serious poems are included. These cards will even motivate those students who say they dont like poetry, to join in the fun! 

This is also a time to blend poetry with art. Have your students select the poems they would like to illustrate, then display them around the room. Suggestions are given of how to use these cards and how to develop a poetry packet that is a great family keepsake! Laminate and cut out for future use.

Have fun!!

Ruth

Haiku and Haiga Poetry and Art

The white and purple crocus are the first to bloom in my New England garden. That's my signal to start Haiku poetry with my students. The little crocus flowers look very fragile, but they're strong enough to poke their heads above wintry snowfalls in March. The images in this packet are my original drawings and photos. Websites are given so that students have a visual of modern day Haiku and Haiga.  Instructions are given. These make lovely class displays to welcome spring. Click on the image to download this free lesson.

Spring Time Poetry Fun!

Testing, testing, testing!! Is it over? If so, have some spring time fun with your students! These 27 poetry activity cards are a relaxing way to encourage them to put their thinking caps on and to write great poetry!  Each card has an example of a type of poem and explanation of how to write it.

Not only are traditional forms of poems included, but you'll also motivate your athletes to write sports' poems, your scientifically minded kids to write invention poems and your grammar gurus, parts of speech poems! Fun!

Click on the cover of my packet for more details. 

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