Haiku Poetry
It's Poetry month! Try haiku writing with your class! Use the templates as they explore writing Haiku.
Spine Label Poetry
Just in time for National Poetry Month comes an idea that you are going to love!
Bio Poem
Have students reflect on theirselves or historical figures, characters from literature, or people they admire. Download our templates.
Acrostic Poem
Have your students practice writing acrostic poems in their writing notebooks, or add a little fun by using one or more of the templates provided.
Mentor Texts for Acrostic Poems
Discover two books that usually inspire students to produce a blitz of acrostic poetry.
Four Suggestions for Supporting Poetry Writing in the Classroom
Despite how daunting it can feel to begin a poetry unit with children, Jen McDonough has discovered that young children are natural poets!
A Week of Poetry, Not Only for National Poetry Month
A week's worth of new poetry books for National Poetry month and all year long.
Poetry and Personification
This poem is rich with meaning, things to talk about, and is a wonderful introduction to personification.
Page-Turners—A Pile of Poetry
Poetry isn't just for poetry month. Here are poems for every age that will serve as inspiration, information, entertainment, and mentor texts.
Paint Palette Poetry
Your students will love using this paint-store find as a poetry jump start.
Nurturing Writers through Poetry
Take a look at this six-video series to encourage and support children as writers.
Shape Poetry
Shape poetry encourages readers to engage with the poem visually, making it an interactive experience. Use the templates here or create some of your own!