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7th grade poetry thematic unit plans for Microsoft Word
Taylor Swift Poetry Unit - Poetry Lessons
This include 7 classic poems:- Diamante- Cinquain- Haiku- Free Verse- Sonnet- Ballad- LimerickThis requires no preparation and can be your introduction to poetry! It could also serve as a final project or review. ALL poems are about Taylor Swift. You will see an example for every poem, as well as the instructions for the students to complete each style, independently.
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4th - 7th
Billy Collins 9/11 Poetry Explication Worksheet “The Names”
This is a multiple page worksheet to accompany lessons on 9/11, specifically Billy Collins 9/11 poem “The Names.” I usually pull this lesson out the first week of school for 9/11 remembrance as well as a jump start to poetry explication expectations.
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• The text of “The Names” with close reading questions that require students cite actual textual evidence for most of the answers they give. The questions are designed to focus readers on finding their answers in the t
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7th - 12th
Poetry Project - Express yourself!
In this poetry project, students will analyze, write, and respond to poetry, study and identify literary devices within poetry, and complete an author study of a famous poet. All assignments will be published in a complete project folder. Included here are 3 worksheets:
-the detailed directions guiding students through the project and its components,
-the response to poetry template, which includes citations and responses, and
-the comic strip (a visual form of responding to poetry).
The
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6th - 12th
Poetry Mini-Unit I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings (Print and Go!)
I use this resource with my 5th grade class to introduce the lovely poem by Maya Angelou. Mini unit includes a page for students to summarize, determine adjectives for the free vs. caged bird, imagine the differences in how the two birds feel, information about the author, how metaphor is used in the poem, a discussion page on other ways people are "caged", and an oral language rubric if so choose to use it as such.
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5th - 7th
Bob Dylan: Music as Poetry with "It's All Over Now, Baby Blue"
This is a wonderful way to introduce the blurred lines between genres, as well as a great way to engage in the learning process—for all students of all ages love music. They may be reluctant poets, but once the connection is made that some songs are indeed poetry (or, heaven forbid—the acronym R.A.P. stands for Rhythmic American Poetry!), the sky is the limit for a renewed appreciation for poetry. This can be a nice addition to any poetry unit, or, it stands alone as an extension activity, a c
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6th - 12th
Spring Poetry/Figurative Writing
Using cooperative learning groups, students will review their main parts of speech (nouns and verbs) as they learn to write figuratively using personification. With careful, step by step guardrails, students can.... This topic is at least a two-period segue. Art provided by Tree Valley Academy on Pintrist.
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6th - 8th
Prisoner B-3087 Thematic Text to Text Connection
This activity explores the theme of finding hope in difficult situations and connects a poem - "Hope" by Emily Dickinson to the non-fiction novel, Prisoner B-3087 and has students analyze the text to text connections.
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5th - 9th
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Classic Poems to Teach Specific Themes and the Paired-Texts to go with them
Have you searched and searched for poetry to match the theme you are teaching? Unit planned? Check out the lists of poems, quotes, short stories, songs, articles, novellas, novels, and excerpts that can be used to pair with the themes below. Check out the other lists available in the store as well. Cross-curricular and great for test prep. In person on online teaching. The lists included in this pack Back to School, New Beginnings, Perseverance, and How Sports Inspire Us. Check out some of the p
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3rd - 12th, Adult Education
The Bells by Edgar Allan Poe Close Reading Poetry Analysis
Close Reading Poetry Analysis of "The Bells" by Edgar Allan Poe. Analyzing poetry is an art. How do you get better at it? Practice. Here is an easy way to teach close reading with self-guided questions that help the student gain understanding of breaking down lines of poetry.This poem pairs well with a using short stories/excerpts with surprise endings such as other poems by Poe as well as short stories like, "Harrison Bergeron", "The Cold Equations", "The Lottery", or "Button, Button". "Lat
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2nd - 10th, Adult Education
Foul Shot by Hoey Close Reading Poetry Analysis
Close Reading Poetry Analysis of "Foul Shot" by Edwin A. Hoey that includes: Teacher Directions for Elementary Teachers, Online and printable version Analyzing poetry is an art. How do you get better at it? Practice. Here is an easy way to teach close reading with self-guided questions that help the student gain understanding of breaking down lines of poetry. Poetry for boys is essential in the early grades so finding poetry that appeals to them is essential in itself. This poem covers figurati
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2nd - 7th
Science STEM STEAM Close Reading Poetry Analysis
Included is a poem that explores different sciences and inspires students to discover a love of or talent for many other opportunities in science-related topics. Connecting Science and ELA can be an essential element for the classroom. Understanding sciences includes reading, but like many varied careers, researching advancements in a job is required and needed. OTher STEM related activities to try:Mountain Bunker Ham RadioBike Like a HawkOak Tree Radio RescueTalking to the Skies Louisiana Swamp
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2nd - 12th
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MS-LS2-5
, MS-PS1-3
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-PS2-5
A Poison Tree by William Blake Close Poetry Reading Analysis
Close Reading Poetry Analysis of "A Poison Tree" by William Blake. Analyzing poetry is an art. How do you get better at it? Practice. Here is an easy way to teach close reading with self-guided questions that help the student gain understanding of breaking down lines of poetry.This poem pairs well with a using short stories and other poems from the same author, as well from fellow nature-themed poet Robert Frost, or Anne Bradstreet or Emily Dickinson. Fables are perfect paired texts with poem
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3rd - 11th
The Ocean by Nathaniel Hawthorne Close Reading Poetry Analysis
Close Reading Analysis of "The Ocean" by Nathaniel Hawthorne. Analyzing poetry is an art. How do you get better at it? Practice. Here is an easy way to teach close reading with self-guided questions that help the student gain an understanding of breaking down lines of poetry.This poem covers figurative language, theme, poetry elements, compare/contrast, citing evidence, drawing conclusions, inference, word choice, word meaning, suspense and tension, author's purpose, summary, and tone.This poem
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
Ballad of Birmingham by Dudley Randall Close Reading Poetry Analysis
Close Reading Poetry Analysis of "Ballad of Birmingham" by Dudley Randall. Analyzing poetry is an art. How do you get better at it? Practice. Here is an easy way to teach close reading with self-guided questions that help the student gain understanding of breaking down lines of poetry.This poem pairs well with a using short stories/excerpts such as the novel, "Diary of a Teenage Girl in Iraq" by Iraqigirl. Poems such as "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou or "I, Too" by Langst
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6th - 9th
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Christmas Song Literary Analysis Set
This set includes five Christmas songs ("Rudolph, The Red-Nosed Reindeer", "You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch", "Frosty the Snowman", "Chestnuts Roasted On an Open Fire", and "Walking in a Winter Wonderland") and directions for students to analyze the poetic elements in each one. Everything is in Microsoft Word format for easy adaptation. It can be used as a group activity for five groups in your classroom, or the directions can be altered to serve as a whole-class activity. This activity is perf
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5th - 8th
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Robert Frost/William Blake Nature Author Study Paired Texts Thematic Unit
Close Reading Poetry Analysis Paired Texts of some of Robert Frost's and William Blake's best works. Analyzing poetry is an art. How do you get better at it? Practice. Here is an easy way to teach close reading with self-guided questions that help the student gain understanding of breaking down lines of poetry.Frost and Blake were known for his poetry inspired from nature and is often paired with Walt Whitman for the same similar themed influences. Great for Posting to Classroom for Distance L
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3rd - 9th
Activist Poetry Choice Project
Demonstrate the impact poetry can have and give your students room to explore and engage in poetry with this choice unit on activist poets. Almost entirely student-directed, use this unit to allow your students to engage in a research project, analyze poetry of their choice, and present their findings in the manner of their choice. It's entirely editable so you can make what changes you need. Includes:choice poetsguiding questionsproject examples & requirementsa self-regulation plan and post
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6th - 12th
A Study in Historical Epidemics Through Poetry Paired Texts Thematic Unit
Close Reading Poetry Analysis Paired Texts of various author's through time during the epidemic or pandemic they experienced or wrote about. Analyzing poetry is an art. How do you get better at it? Practice. Here is an easy way to teach close reading with self-guided questions that help the student gain understanding of breaking down lines of poetry.The poems presented in this unit cover various epidemics, pandemics, and death itself. Non-fiction texts on the same historical events are great t
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6th - 11th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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America by Claude McKay Close Reading Poetry Analysis for students
Close Reading Poetry Analysis of "America" by Claude McKay. Analyzing poetry is an art. How do you get better at it? Practice. Here is an easy way to teach close reading with self-guided questions that help the student gain understanding of breaking down lines of poetry.This poem pairs well with a using short stories/excerpts such as the novel, "A Long Walk to Water". As well with other poems such as "I Hear America Singing" by Walt Whitman or other patriotic poems from the Harlem Renaissanc
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6th - 10th
Also included in: America for All Paired Texts Thematic Unit
The Road Not Taken Close Reading Poetry Analysis
Close Reading Poetry Analysis of "The Road Not Taken" by Robert Frost. Analyzing poetry is an art. How do you get better at it? Practice. Here is an easy way to teach close reading with self-guided questions that help the student gain understanding of breaking down lines of poetry. This poem pairs well with using short stories and other poems from the same author or other authors with themes around choices.Other "Making Choices" Poetry:It feels a shame to be Alive by DickinsonThere Will Come Sof
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
Music Lyrics are Just Poems with a Tune! Thematic Poetry Paired Text Unit
Close Reading Poetry Analysis of the poem "I'm Nobody! Who are you?" by Emily Dickinson. Analyzing poetry is an art. How do you get better at it? Practice. Here is an easy way to teach close reading with self-guided questions that help the student gain understanding of breaking down lines of poetry.This poem pairs well with a "Poetry is music" theme using other authors like Langston Hughes who wrote poetry to music. It pairs well with teaching music lyrics from the student's current music.Check
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3rd - 10th
I Hear America Singing by Walt Whitman Close Reading Poetry Analysis for student
Close Reading Poetry Analysis of "I Hear America Singing" by Walt Whitman. Analyzing poetry is an art. How do you get better at it? Practice. Here is an easy way to teach close reading with self-guided questions that help the student gain understanding of breaking down lines of poetry.This poem pairs well with a using short stories/excerpts such as the novel, "A Long Walk to Water". As well with other poems such as "I, Too" by Langston Hughes or other Hughes poems such as "The Negro Speaks o
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: America for All Paired Texts Thematic Unit
Christmas Day in the Workhouse by George R. Sims Close Reading Poetry Analysis
Close Reading Poetry Analysis of "Christmas Day in the Workhouse" by George R. Sims. Analyzing poetry is an art. How do you get better at it? Practice. Here is an easy way to teach close reading with self-guided questions that help the student gain understanding of breaking down lines of poetry. This poem covers figurative language, word choice, suspense, setting, drawing conclusions, citing text evidence, summary, theme, and tone. This poem pairs well with a using short stories such as "The B
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6th - 12th
Christmas Trees by Robert Frost Close Reading Poetry Analysis
Close Reading Poetry Analysis of "Christmas Trees" by Robert Frost. This is a unique Frost poem because it is also written in story, or play form. This poem/story is great for the holiday month or for having a "shorter short story" to pair with another text. It works as a study of both poetry elements and story elements and includes both in the student analysis. Analyzing poetry is an art. How do you get better at it? Practice. Here is an easy way to teach close reading with self-guided questio
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7th - 11th
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Poetry encourages students to engage with language, explore their thoughts and feelings, and connect with the broader human experience. If you’re a teacher or parent looking for printable and digital poetry resources, look no further. TPT has an extensive collection of resources, created by other teachers, that are designed to help with any need across grade levels.
If you want to make poets out of younger students in elementary grades, then acrostic poems or fill in the blank poems are the perfect place to start. (In fact, many poetry resources on TPT include templates so your students can easily get started producing their own poetry, whether it’s a haiku, or limerick.) For older students in middle and high school, you can find an array of resources to teach them about everything from iambic pentameter, figurative language, to famous poets from history. With plenty of TPT resources at your fingertips, you can sharpen your students’ poetry skills in no time.
Fun and engaging poetry activities to try
Teaching students about poetry can be an engaging and creative experience. Here are a few ideas for poetry activities that you can find on TPT to help you introduce and explore the world of poetry with your students:
Poetic Device Scavenger Hunt
Distribute some poems and have students identify and highlight poetic devices like similes, metaphors, alliteration, onomatopoeia, and imagery. Discuss what these are and the overall impact on the reader's experience.
Poetry Analysis Jigsaw
Divide students into small groups, assigning each group a different poem. Have each group analyze the assigned poem's themes, tone, and literary devices, and present their findings to the class.
Poetry Slam or Performance
Organize a poetry slam where students can perform poems they’ve written themselves or those written by famous poets. This will help build confidence and strengthen their public speaking skills.
Writing Poetry from Different Perspectives
Ask students to write a poem from the perspective of an inanimate object or an animal to foster empathy and encourage creative, out-of-the-box thinking.
Creating Found Poetry
Provide magazines, newspapers, or online articles. Have students cut out interesting words and phrases, and use them to create their own unique poems.
These (and other!) activities can help deepen your students’ appreciation for poetry and enhance their creative writing skills.
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There are many different types of poetry resources sold by Sellers on TPT. Some popular poetry lessons include learning how to write haikus, acrostic poems, limericks, and free verse.
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