Poetry Worksheets & Printables

KINDERGARTEN LEVEL

An acrostic poem is one of the most easy and rewarding ways for younger children to write poetry. Fill in the blanks to spell out "family" with words or phrases beginning with the first letter on each line.

FIRST GRADE LEVEL

Celebrate Easter by trying your hand at acrostic poetry! Think about each Easter-themed word listed and come up with adjectives that describe each word and that start with each letter in the word itself. Not only a fun way to celebrate, this activity is great for building vocabulary and flexing spelling muscles, too!

SECOND GRADE LEVEL

Get familiar with some of the different kinds of poetry with this poetry word search. This simple word search puzzle has your kid honing his spelling and observation skills as he hunts for the words. A great way to build literacy confidence, this poetry word search makes sure that he has an easier time remembering the poetry types and their spelling.

THIRD GRADE LEVEL

Have some fun with haiku! Practice syllable counting and creative writing by coming up with funny haiku poems for April Fools' Day. Kids will hone their writing skills as they get into the spirit of this silly holiday.

FOURTH GRADE LEVEL

Thanksgiving is a great time to focus on family and be thankful for things in our lives. In this reading and writing worksheet A Poem with Details from Your Thanksgiving, learners will write an abecedarian poem with details from their Thanksgiving break where the first letter of each line follows the order of the alphabet.

FIFTH GRADE LEVEL

A limerick is a silly poem with a certain amount of syllables. This worksheet teaches your little poet how to write a limerick, and he'll try his hand writing a poem about his favorite part of St. Patrick's Day.

Gratitude Quotes...

“At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us.” — Albert Schweitzer

“No duty is more urgent than that of returning thanks”. — Unknown

“You simply will not be the same person two months from now after consciously giving thanks each day for the abundance that exists in your life. And you will have set in motion an ancient spiritual law: the more you have and are grateful for, the more will be given you.” — Sarah Ban Breathnach

 “Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.” — William Arthur Ward

 “Whatever our individual troubles and challenges may be, it’s important to pause every now and then to appreciate all that we have, on every level. We need to literally “count our blessings,” give thanks for them, allow ourselves to enjoy them, and relish the experience of prosperity we already have.” — Shakti Gawain

“If the only prayer you say in your life is thank you, that would suffice.” — Meister Eckhart

A Poem of Thankfullness...

“FOR EACH NEW MORNING

WITH ITS LIGHT,

FOR REST AND SHELTER

OF THE NIGHT,

FOR HEALTH AND FOOOD,

FOR LOVE AND FRIENDS,

FOR EVERYTHING THY

GOODNESS SENDS.”

- RALPH WALDO EMERSON

Written by Eileen Spinelli

Illustrated by Archie Preston

Like the gardener thankful for every green sprout, and the fireman, for putting the fire out, readers are encouraged to be thankful for the many blessings they find in their lives. Spinelli exhibits her endearing storytelling with this engaging poem, reminding children how blessed and special they are. Meant to be read aloud, this heartwarming picture book will be a treasured keepsake for parents and children alike.

HERE is a musical "Thankful" site with songs to sing and dance to!

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• ½ lb bulk Italian sausage SAVE $
• ¼ cup diced green bell pepper
• ¼ cup diced onion
• ¼ cup diced white mushrooms
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• ¼ cup pizza sauce
• 1 box Pillsbury™ refrigerated pie crusts, softened as directed on box
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)
• 1 tablespoon butter, melted SAVE $
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

DIRECTIONS:

1. Heat oven to 425°F. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add sausage; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink. Using slotted spoon, transfer to small bowl.
2. Add bell pepper, onion and mushrooms to drippings in skillet; cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and browned. Stir in garlic and pepper flakes; remove from heat. Stir in sauce and sausage.
3. Unroll crusts on work surface. Cut each crust into 4 wedge-shaped pieces, making 8 wedges.
4. Spread 2 rounded tablespoons sausage mixture on half of each crust wedge in triangle shape, leaving 1/2-inch border. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons mozzarella cheese over filling in each pocket. Fold unfilled sides of wedges over filling. With fork, press edges to seal. Carefully transfer to large ungreased cookie sheet. Brush with melted butter. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
5. Bake 13 to 15 minutes or until crust is golden brown.