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Poetry Unit: "Exploring poetry and figurative language!" This is a unit on writing poetry and figurative language.

The first four lessons are included in this 30 page sample.

It includes a Power Point Presentation that goes over similes, metaphors, alliteration, onomatopoeia, personification, and hyperbole. This presentation also includes examples in poetry for each type of figurative language, and a sheet for student notes. Finally, students will take a quiz to assess their knowledge of figurative language.

Next, there is a poetry Power Point presentation that teaches haiku poems, cinquain poems, limericks, acrostics, concrete poems, color poems, and free verse. There are many examples for each type. There is also a graphic organizer to go along with each type of poetry, with samples and reminders to help students along the way. These drafting organizers guide students through the process of writing their poems.

Finally there is a project where students create a booklet to share there own poetry. The project also assesses their ability to use figurative language in their work.
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Description

Poetry Unit: "Exploring poetry and figurative language!" This is a unit on writing poetry and figurative language.

The first four lessons are included in this 30 page sample.

It includes a Power Point Presentation that goes over similes, metaphors, alliteration, onomatopoeia, personification, and hyperbole. This presentation also includes examples in poetry for each type of figurative language, and a sheet for student notes. Finally, students will take a quiz to assess their knowledge of figurative language.

Next, there is a poetry Power Point presentation that teaches haiku poems, cinquain poems, limericks, acrostics, concrete poems, color poems, and free verse. There are many examples for each type. There is also a graphic organizer to go along with each type of poetry, with samples and reminders to help students along the way. These drafting organizers guide students through the process of writing their poems.

Finally there is a project where students create a booklet to share there own poetry. The project also assesses their ability to use figurative language in their work.
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Reported resources will be reviewed by our team. Report this resource to let us know if this resource violates TPT's content guidelines.

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Great Resource
Rated 5 out of 5
December 29, 2025
Met expectations
Would purchase more
Fantastic resource with lots of variety. Really engaging activities, easy to use and very complimentary to the teaching program.
Erin C.
164 reviews
Grades taught: 4th
Poetry Lesson
Rated 5 out of 5
September 12, 2025
Met expectations
Would purchase more
I’ve purchased several resources from Teachers Pay Teachers, and overall I’ve had a very positive experience. The materials are creative, well-organized, and ready to use, which saves me a lot of time in planning. I appreciate that the resources are made by teachers who understand classroom needs, so the activities are both practical and engaging for students. The variety of products available allows me to find exactly what fits my grade level and subject, whether it’s worksheets, projects, or classroom management tools. Everything I’ve bought so far has helped support my teaching and provided my students with meaningful learning opportunities.
Krystal K.
18 reviews
Grades taught: 6th, 7th, 8th
Rated 5 out of 5
October 19, 2024
Thank you for this resource. It worked well in my class.
530 reviews
Grades taught: 4th
Rated 5 out of 5
July 3, 2024
I love using this resource during Poetry Month, there are so many different kinds to use with students!
Cheyenne H.
121 reviews
Grades taught: 3rd, 4th
Rated 5 out of 5
April 22, 2024
Students were engaged using this resource in centers.
ursula W.
71 reviews
Grades taught: 7th
Rated 4 out of 5
February 22, 2024
The students really enjoyed using this resource during our poetry unit.
Leiann M.
25 reviews
Grades taught: 3rd
Rated 5 out of 5
February 7, 2024
Great way to engage students in poetry writing. Thank you!
228 reviews
Grades taught: 4th
Rated 3 out of 5
June 3, 2023
Great resource. Very helpful with my students. Thank you!
Erin R.
128 reviews
Grades taught: 7th
Student populations: Autism, Learning difficulties, Mild to severe disabilities

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