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Fun Poems. Teaching poetry can be made easy with a little wit, a splash of humor, and a dash of fun. This reading set has all that and more! Whether it’s nonsense poems, amusing situations, mysterious riddles, odd characters, or just fun to read, this set is sure to have something a student will enjoy.
You can use these worksheets at home or in class to give kids a few more fun activities to do beyond just reading the poems. By answering questions, writing, and even unscrambling words, kids will get a little more practice to help improve their comprehension and literacy.
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- Follow the Moon by Marie Tully. “Or did it follow me?”
- Splishy, Sploshy Mud by Ava F. Kent. “You can make mountains …”
- Fog by Carl Sandburg. “It sits looking …”
- Autumn by T.E. Hulme. ADVERTISEMENT. “A touch of cold in the Autumn night …”
- The Blade and The AX by Abimbola T. Alabi
- Falling Snow by Anonymous
- Casey at The Bat by Ernest Lawrence Thayer
“On a bench, in Joe’s little shed, lying not too far apart, were his ax and his switchblade, having a quiet heart-to-heart.”
“See the pretty snowflakes, falling from the sky. / On the wall and housetops,soft and thick they lie.”
“The outlook wasn’t brilliant for the Mudville nine that day: / The score stood four to two, with but one inning more to play …”
Poetry is rhythmic composition that uses imagery and rhythm to express feelings or thoughts. Poems don’t have to rhyme, although many do. Instead, the rhythm of the text is what distinguishes it from prose. The poetry worksheets below are free for you to use in a classroom or at home. The details are viewable by clicking the title.
Perform. Just as when we learn a piece by heart, performing helps us to understand and appreciate the poem. In fact, preparing to perform a poem is one of the most effective ways to explore its music and its meaning. Some children will love performing poetry; others will find it difficult.
Discover engaging poetry comprehension worksheets for kids! Enhance reading skills with fun, printable activities designed to inspire young learners.
