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Year 3 poetry – 14 of the best worksheets and lessons for LKS2

Give Y3 children a great grounding in poems and poetry writing with this selection of ideas, activities and teaching tools for your English lessons…

1 | Poetry model text resource packs

These Y3 Real Writing poetry resources use model texts as the jumping off point to cover different subjects.

The first two-week unit is based around volcanoes, while the second is structured around the present perfect tense.

In each one, children will look at the etymology and morphology of words, and consider some of the structural features of poetry, before finally writing their own poem using the same structure as the model text.

Click the links below to check them out.

• Year 3 – Volcano
• Year 3 – I Have…

2 | Five poets read their poems

Made for National Poetry Day , these videos explore how ‘truth’ might inspire a poet, so here you can watch Karl Nova, Michael Rosen, Rachel Rooney, Victoria Adukwei Bulley and Joseph Coelho reading their poems, and you can also download the full text of the poems, and suggestions for teaching and learning activities related to each one .

You’ll find all this here.

3 | Pie Corbett poetry lessons

Inspire KS2 pupils to be creative and express themselves with our Pie Corbett KS2 poetry collection .

These Talk for Writing resources contains Powerpoints, KS2 poems and PDFs full of ideas to supercharge your English lessons.

4 | Dr Seuss poetry pack

This National Poetry Day pack for KS1 and LKS2 includes activity sheets based on three Dr Seuss poems, the master of wordplay!

Year 3/4 learners are invited to think about what Oh The Places You’ll Go! means to them.

Check it out here.

5 | Joseph Coelho resources and advice

Writing poetry can act as a release valve, allowing trapped feelings to escape, says poet Joseph Coelho.

In this article he tells you how, and there are also links to resources to help you on your way.

Read his advice here.

6 | A poem a day

Want to expose children to the amazing language of nearly 2,000 different poems? Start by reading just one a day.

That’s the advice from Tre Christopher and Pet Henshaw who explain here why and how you can do this, what poems you should try and what resources will help.

7 | Write spooky sound poems inspired by Neil Gaiman

Getting children to write great poetry can sometimes be a bit hit and miss, but if they are given a clear framework and a fun hook, it can be a really rewarding experience.

This lesson shows how a well-known poem can be combined with a fantastic picture book to offer children a language rich stimulus that will enable them to write their own successful piece of poetry.

Get this resource here.

8 | LKS2 ‘The Eagle’ poetry lesson pack

This poetry pack, based around the classic poem ‘The Eagle’ by Alfred, Lord Tennyson, contains lesson ideas that could be completed over a series of five sessions for Year 3 and Year 4.

Pupils will explore the author’s use of language, including figurative language, and how this is used to describe. They will identify examples of adjectives, similes, personification and alliteration.

They will also have the opportunity to demonstrate their understanding of the poem by completing comprehension activities and, finally, create their own poems.

Give it a look here.

9 | Feelings and emotions acrostic poem pack

This resource focuses on acrostic poems, using abstract nouns which show feelings and emotions to create the themes for writing.

Pupils can discuss feelings and emotions, and how it is normal to feel a range of these, covering aspects of primary statutory guidance for Health Education.

This primary resource pack includes an abstract nouns word mat, a selection of words like ‘beauty’, ‘truth’, ‘freedom’ and ‘love’ to help children with their poems, acrostic poem examples, three example poems, a planning sheet, writing sheets and templates, and teacher’s notes.

Give all this a look here.

10 | Creating imaginative characterisation in poetry lesson

Writing is hard; writing poetry is even harder. You have a lot to think about: structure, rhythm, rhyme and so on. Creating scaffolds for children can help them to really concentrate on the words they are using rather than structure.

In this lesson plan your students are going to take the basic creative structure of a poem and edit it to create a new one.

Through doing this they are going to look at how Michael Rosen’s piece ‘No Breathing in Class’ can be used to teach children how to use characterisation.

11 | Bonfire Night acrostic poem resource pack

Explore the sights and sounds of Bonfire Night and fireworks using this acrostic poetry resource.

Pupils can develop their ideas using a model poem and images provided before writing their own acrostic poems on the theme of fireworks, bonfires and bonfire night.

See what’s included here.

12 | Christmas poems

Sticking with a seasonal theme, this ”Twas the Night Before Christmas’ festive writing and poetry resources pack is perfect for Lower KS2.

So keep pupils in Year 3 and year 4 engaged and motivated to write right up until Christmas using our writing pack based on the classic poem ‘Twas the Night before Christmas by Clement Clarke Moore.

Pupils will read and perform the poem, exploring new vocabulary and the author’s use of language before writing additional stanzas for the poem in a similar style. Finally, pupils will write their own short poems about Christmas morning, based on the classic poem by Clement Clarke Moore.

13 | Write mischievous poems like Dahl’s Revolting Rhymes

Roald Dahl took traditional fairy stories and turned them into wonderfully wicked Revolting Rhymes .

With a structured approach, this lesson plan can help your class do the same.

Download it here.

14 | Nature poems and outdoor learning

Explore nature through children’s poetry and creative writing with poet Zaro Weil’s advice on the energising double act of poetry and nature.

Read her advice and download a free PDF of three nature poetry activities to try with your students here.

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How to Teach Poetry in Year Three

Written by Dan

Introducing poetry to Year 3 students can be an exciting and rewarding experience for the teacher and the students. At this stage in their educational journey, children are developing their language skills, allowing them to delve into the world of creative expression through poetry.

By introducing various forms and styles of poetry, students can begin to understand and appreciate its beauty, while also becoming more confident in their own creative writing abilities.

One main objective in teaching poetry to Year 3 students is to show them the fun and creative side of it, allowing them to explore their own imagination and emotions.

This can be achieved by selecting suitable poems that cater to their age group and interests and engaging them in various interactive activities. These may include reading and discussing poems, working on short and fun writing exercises, and using multimedia resources to bring the poems to life.

As children progress through the school year, it is essential to continually assess their understanding of the subject matter and build on their skills accordingly.

By monitoring their learning and providing helpful feedback, teachers can ensure their students are thoroughly engaged and continually developing their appreciation for poetry .

This not only sets a strong foundation for their literary journey but also contributes to their overall personal development.

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Key Takeaways

• Introduce various forms and styles of poetry to engage Year 3 students
• Use interactive activities and resources to make learning poetry enjoyable
• Continuously assess student understanding and progress throughout the year

The Art and Fun in Poetry

Overview of Poetic Devices

Introducing year three students to the art and fun of poetry can begin by exploring poetic devices. These devices can deepen their appreciation for how words create meaning and emotions. Some key devices to consider include:

• Rhyme: The repetition of similar sounds in words, usually at the end of lines.
• Alliteration: The repetition of the same consonant sound at the beginning of words in close proximity.
• Metaphors and Similes: Comparing two seemingly unrelated things to create a vivid image in the reader’s mind.

Teaching these concepts can be engaging by incorporating interactive activities and games that emphasise the creative process.

For example, providing students with a list of words and asking them to group them based on rhyme or alliteration can be a fun exercise.

Exploring Acrostic Poems

One way to encourage both art and fun in poetry for year three students is by exploring acrostic poems . In an acrostic poem, the first letter of each line spells out a related word or message.

This structure can be an enjoyable and accessible introduction to poetry for young students, allowing them to experiment with words and their meanings.

Students should be encouraged to experiment with the poetic devices discussed earlier when crafting their acrostic poems. For instance, they can try incorporating rhyme or alliteration in their poems for added flair and creativity.

Additionally, students can work together to create group acrostic poems, fostering collaboration while deepening their understanding of the poetic form.

Poetry in Practice

Analyzing Example Poems

One effective way to teach poetry in Year Three is by analysing example poems together. This allows students to observe language, sound, and emotional expression in various poetic works.

Start by presenting examples of poems suitable for Year Three students, such as “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star” or “The Owl and the Pussycat”.

Discuss each example poem with students by pointing out the following elements:

• Rhyme and rhythm: Identify the rhyme scheme (e.g., AABB, ABAB) and discuss the rhythm, highlighting any repetition or patterns.
• Imagery and metaphors: Point out any descriptive language, identifying the use of similes, metaphors, and other forms of imagery.
• Sound devices: Emphasise the use of alliteration, assonance, consonance, and onomatopoeia in the poem, highlighting how such devices contribute to the poem’s overall sound.

In presenting these elements, consider using tables, lists, or other types of formatting to help students understand the concepts more clearly.

Emotional Language in Poetry

Helping Year Three students explore emotional language in poetry will further enhance their understanding and appreciation of the genre. Emphasise that emotions and feelings are often expressed through specific words, phrases, and imagery.

To illustrate this point, present examples of emotional language found in the example poems previously discussed.

For instance, you might point out how words like “twinkle” and “wonder” evoke a sense of playfulness and curiosity in “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star.” Similarly, identify the emotions conveyed in “The Owl and the Pussycat” through the depiction of companionship and adventure.

Encourage the students to practice using emotional language by engaging in activities, such as:

• Writing their emotions in a feelings journal .
• Listing words associated with certain emotions (e.g., happiness, sadness, anger).
• Creating their own poems, incorporating emotional language and imagery.

By inviting students to actively engage with the examples and utilise emotional language in their writing, they will better understand how emotions are essential components of poetry.

Teaching Techniques and Resources

Creating a Lesson Plan

A well-organised lesson plan is essential for effectively teaching poetry in Year Three. Start by establishing clear objectives for the session. Common goals include introducing poetic devices, exploring themes, or analysing specific poems.

Once the objectives are set, devise engaging activities that cater to different learning styles. Offer differentiated tasks in the plan, meaning you’ll give more challenging tasks to advanced learners and simplified ones to those who need more support.

For example:

• Group work : Have students collaborate to identify rhyming patterns in a poem.
• Independent practice : Instruct them to create acrostic poems individually.
• Class discussion : Lead a conversation on the emotions that a specific poem evokes.

Using PowerPoints for Poetry Lessons

Utilising PowerPoint presentations in your poetry lessons can help increase student engagement and retention. Slides can visually display poems, highlight key vocabulary, showcase images related to themes, or outline poetic devices. Remember to keep slides concise by avoiding large blocks of text.

For instance, your PowerPoint could be structured as follows:

• Introduction : Introduce the poet or poem’s title.
• Theme exploration : Present images related to the poem’s central themes.
• Vocabulary words : Highlight challenging words and their definitions.
• Poetic devices : Summarise the different poetic devices found in the poem.
• Analysis : Use excerpts from the poem to discuss the meaning or the author’s intent.

Teaching Resources and Reviews

A wealth of teaching resources is available to aid in your poetry lessons. These materials can range from pre-made lesson plans and worksheets to interactive games and quizzes. Be sure to consult trustworthy sources that provide genuine value to your teaching process.

To find high-quality resources, consider the following:

• Curriculum-aligned websites : Look for materials on official Department of Education websites or renowned educational platforms like BBC Teach or Twinkl.
• Educational blogs : Visit experienced teachers’ blogs for creative ideas and lesson inspirations.
• Resource reviews : Seek out peer-reviewed materials and recommendations from fellow educators or online teacher forums.

By incorporating these techniques and resources into your poetry teaching, you’ll be well-prepared to deliver engaging and effective lessons to your Year Three students.

Assessing Understanding

Identifying Poetic Forms and Devices

Year Three students must be able to identify various poetic forms and techniques. By familiarising themselves with the different elements of poetry, they develop an appreciation for the craft and can begin to recognise patterns within poetic works.

Some common forms to teach include:

• Acrostic poem : A poem where the first letter of each line spells out a word or message
• Narrative poem : A poem that tells a story, often using characters and a plot

When teaching these forms, encourage students to look for specific features, such as consistent rhyming patterns, use of imagery, and rhythmic devices.

To assess students’ understanding, you may want to introduce various poems and have them:

• Identify the poetic form.
• Point out any notable devices used within the text.
• Explain in a sentence or two how these elements contribute to the overall theme or message of the poem.

Evaluating Individual Learners

Once students have a solid grasp of poetic forms and devices, it is essential to evaluate their understanding individually. One-on-one assessments can be an effective way to gauge how well each learner has grasped the material and to provide tailored feedback for improvement.

Consider using assessment methods such as:

• Group discussions : Allow students to share their thoughts on specific poems, and encourage them to identify poetic forms and devices in a collaborative environment.
• Written tasks : Ask students to write a brief analysis of a poem, pointing out the form, devices, and overall message.
• Oral presentations : Have students present their findings to the class, demonstrating their understanding of the material and ability to effectively communicate their ideas.

By using a combination of these assessment techniques, you can better understand each student’s strengths and weaknesses, and provide the necessary guidance to help them continue developing their skills in the study of poetry.

Advanced Lessons for Year 3 and 4

Introducing Narrative Poetry

In Year 3 and 4, students are ready to delve into the world of narrative poetry . This advanced lesson focuses on deepening students’ understanding of storytelling through poetry, and encourages them to develop their writing skills.

This subsection will outline some effective methods for introducing narrative poetry to Year 3 and 4 pupils.

First, introduce the concept of rhyme and its significance in poetry. Use examples of narrative poems with varying rhyme schemes to demonstrate how rhyme enhances the flow and musicality of a poem. A simple exercise could ask students to identify the rhyming words within a given poem .

Next, have students explore different themes and structures found in narrative poems. Create a table highlighting popular narrative poetry themes such as adventure, historical events, and legends, followed by examples of poems that explore these themes. This will help students understand the depth and variety within the genre.

Year 3 and 4 students can take this newfound knowledge and apply it to their own writing . Please encourage them to brainstorm ideas for a narrative poem by selecting a theme that interests them and developing a simple storyline. Guide how to structure the poem, emphasising on the use of rhyme and poetic devices.

Finally, consider using resources from TES Paid Licence to supplement your teaching materials, as they offer a variety of high-quality, applicable resources for teaching narrative poetry in Years 3 and 4.

This may include lesson plans, worksheets, or interactive activities to engage your students in their learning journey further.

By providing a structured and engaging approach to teaching narrative poetry in Year 3 and 4, you will equip your students with the tools to appreciate the beauty of storytelling through poetry.

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Whether you are introducing your key stage 3 English Literature students to unseen poetry, exploring poetic form, or writing poetry, you'll find engaging teaching resources, lesson plans, resource packs, printable worksheets and PowerPoints which celebrate the beauty of this versatile literary form. 

Choose from hundreds of classroom resources and poetry lessons on unseen poetry and poetic devices, or focus on the work of a range of poets including William Blake, Ted Hughes and Grace Nichols. You might also like our KS3 poetry anthology, Poetry through the ages . 

If your students are writing poetry, try our poetry slam and spoken word resources, or take inspiration from Trevor Millum, Teachit’s poet in residence, who shares his teaching and poetry writing ideas in our Poetry Place .

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How to Write a Haiku

It is easy to learn to write a haiku, but it can take a lot of practice to learn how to do it well. This lesson will give you the basics for writing your own haiku. It’s up to you to practice by writing a lot of them so you will get very good at it.

What is a Haiku?

A haiku is an unrhymed three-line poem. It is based on a traditional Japanese poetic form. Though there are different ways to write haiku, the traditional pattern in English is to write the first and last lines with five syllables each, and the middle line with seven syllables. In other words, the pattern of syllables looks like this:

Line 1: 5 syllables Line 2: 7 syllables Line 3: 5 syllables

Here’s another way to visualize the same thing:

1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5

Most often, haiku poems are about seasons or nature, though you can write your own haiku about anything you like. If you don’t want to write about nature, and would prefer to write haiku about candy or sports, that is perfectly okay.

One more thing to keep in mind is that the last line of a haiku usually makes an observation. That is, the third line points out something about the subject you are writing about.

Let’s see how we can put these few rules together get your started writing your own haiku poems.

Haiku About Seasons

Let’s say that you decide to write your haiku about a season. First you will want to select a season: spring, summer, fall, or winter. I’ve decided to write a haiku about winter, and I know that in the last line I will want to make an observation. I want to say that winter is almost here, but we aren’t quite ready for the snow. Maybe it’s that we haven’t raked the leaves off the front lawn and we need to do it soon before it snows.

I want to say all of this, but I want to do it in a pattern of 5, 7, 5. So I might say something like this:

Winter is coming. Snow will be arriving soon. We should rake the leaves.

 If you count the syllables on your fingers as you read this poem, you will see that the lines have five syllables, seven syllables, and five syllables, just as they should.

Haiku About Nature

If you decide to write a haiku about nature, you will have many more subjects to choose from. You could write about animals, plants, the sky, the ocean, streams, the wind, and so on. Start by selecting a topic, and then decide what you want to say; what observation you want to make about it.

For example, I have decided to write a haiku about my cat. One thing I notice about my cat is that he sleeps a lot . In fact, I’m pretty sure he sleeps almost all night and  all day. I’m not sure how he can be so tired. In any case, here is my haiku:

Tired cat sleeps all night. He needs lots of rest for a Long day of napping.

 Funny Haiku

Just because most haiku poems are about seasons or nature doesn’t mean that’s all they can be about. If you want, you can even write funny haiku poems. One way to make a haiku funny is to have an unexpected  last line. For example, if the last line says the opposite of what the reader expects, it becomes like the punchline of a joke. It also helps to write about a funny subject.

As an example, I decided it would be funny to write a haiku excuse for why I can’t turn in my homework. Here it is:

My homework is late. My dog ate it this morning. I sure like my dog.

 Notice that this ending is unexpected. Most readers would expect the poem to end with something like “can I turn it in tomorrow?” or “I’m mad at dog” or something like that. By saying “I sure like my dog,” I am telling the reader something they don’t expect, which will hopefully make them smile.

Getting Started Writing Haiku

To begin writing haiku poems, just follow these steps:

• Select a type of haiku. Decide if you are going to write a seasonal, nature, or other type of haiku.
• Pick a topic. Select one specific season, item in nature, or something else you are going to write about.
• Think about what is different about your last line. What observation do you want to make?
• Start writing.
• Don’t forget to count the syllables as you read to make sure you’ve got the right pattern.
• Finally, “center” your poem on the page like the poems in this lesson.

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Year 3 Poetry Ideas – A Bunch of Fun Poetry Activities!

Summary of Unit of Work:

Australian curriculum links:.

• Create  texts that adapt  language features  and patterns encountered in literary texts, for example characterisation, rhyme, rhythm, mood, music, sound effects and dialogue  (ACELT1791)
• Plan, draft and publish imaginative, informative and persuasive texts demonstrating increasing control over  text  structures and  language features  and selecting print,and multimodal elements appropriate to the  audience  and purpose  (ACELY1682)
• Reread and edit texts for meaning, appropriate structure, grammatical choices and punctuation (ACELY1683)

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Real Writing Year 3 - Unit 23 Volcano Poem, by Joshua Seigal Curriculum links: Geography (volcanoes)

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This writing unit for Year 3 is built around an original model text by Joshua Seigal - a KS2 poem written from the point of view of a volcano. The example text is available as a PDF in three versions (plain, illustrated and annotated); annotated and non-annotated PowerPoint presentations are also included.

In this two-week unit, pupils will have an opportunity to learn some vocabulary connected with volcanoes. They will look at the etymology and morphology of words, and consider some of the structural features of poetry. It will culminate in them writing their own poem about a volcano that follows the same structure as the model text.

Key curriculum skills

Two fully resourced lesson plans are included for the following Year 3 English objectives, which can form part of the unit or be taught discretely:

1. Vocabulary - To explore the etymology and morphology of words

Pupils will: understand the meaning of the terms etymology and morphology; look at the roots and origins of words; sort words into word families ; write sentences with words that share a root.

2. Composition - To identify structural features of a poem

Pupils will: analyse the poem ‘Volcano’, by Joshua Seigal, looking at structure, rhymes, grammar and word choices; explore the use of figurative language, including similes, metaphors and personification; match poetic device terms with their definitions; write a limerick.

Additional objectives to teach or revisit:

• the use of superlative adjectives
• expanded noun phrases
• commas for lists, including lists of adjectives

Additional year 3 curriculum teaching points

• extending sentences with a wider range of conjunctions
• the use of conjunctions, adverbials and prepositions, including prepositional phrases
• There is also the opportunity to promote the use of figurative language

Year 3 vocabulary

Tier two words: perch, vicious, yearn Tier three words: ash, crater, dormant, lava, magma, mantle, volcano Year 3/4 statutory spelling words: height, pressure, surprise, build

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Word families are groups of words that are related to each other in a combination of having the same root word (with prefixes, suffixes or other words added to make compound words like superman), grammar and meaning. Words that change when written in the past and present tense (for example understand and understood) are also part of the same word family. A word root is a basic word with no prefix or suffix added. The words play, playful, playing and replay are all part of the same word family as they all have the same word root (play) and are related in meaning.

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English Poems for Class 3 for Holistic Development

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• May 7, 2024

Taking care of children’s holistic growth becomes increasingly crucial as they grow. Poems that rhyme play a crucial role in it. Such poems make learning and fun go hand-in-hand thus making it easier for children to recite them. This leads to cognitive development too. In this blog, we bring you English poems for Class 3. These poems are great fun and very easy. Let us now explore the poems in this blog! 

Also Read : 5 Tips to Improve Kid’s Vocabulary  

English Poems for Class 3 

We have mentioned English poems for Class 3 below. These poems will help in the cognitive development of kids. 

• Dream Variations by Langston Hughes 

Also Read: English Poems for Class 1: Check out the ideas here!

• Rabbit by Mary Ann Hoberman 

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• About the Teeth of Sharks by John Ciardi 

Also Read: English Poems for Class 2 to Make Learning Fun and Meaningful

• Rain by Robert Louis Stevenson 

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• To make a prairie by Emily Dickinson 

Ans: A poem is a piece of writing that is made with creative words in such a way that they rhyme while describing a situation, person or nature. 

Ans: Dream Variations by Langston Hughes   To fling my arms wide In some place of the sun, To whirl and to dance Till the white day is done. Then rest at cool evening Beneath a tall tree While night comes on gently, Dark like me– That is my dream!  To fling my arms wide In the face of the sun, Dance! Whirl! Whirl! Till the quick day is done. Rest at pale evening . . . A tall, slim tree . . . Night coming tenderly Black like me.

Ans: A seven-line poem is called a “septate”.

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Hope you will love the collection of our English Poems for class 3. To refer to interesting ideas related to children’s school education activities, follow Leverage Edu now!! 

Deepansh Gautam

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