7th Grade Poetry Worksheets
Holiday Haiku: Creative Haiku about Christmas/Hanukkah: Printable Poetry Writing
By E•Fish•ient Teaching
This is a fun and easy activity for your classroom. Students will write two holiday Haikus. They can write about Christmas, Kwanza, Hanukkah, Las Posadas, Winter, December, etc. The instructions tell them how to correctly write their own Haiku and then there are two examples. Students then will write 2 of their own Haikus.
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Women's Poetry and Song Analysis
By Educate and Create
Students will do a close read of "Phenomenal Woman" by Maya Angelou and "All the Single Ladies" by Beyonce looking for the key ideas and details, as well as the themes of both pieces. Students will also be asked to compare and contrast both works. Comes complete with answer key.
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Beach/Ocean Poetry and Creative Writing Prompts for 7th-9th Graders
By Pearlie Janes Creations
Beach/Ocean Poetry and Creative Writing Prompts for 7th-9th Grade | Engaging Middle School and Junior High Writing Activities
This collection of engaging writing prompts is designed to help students express themselves, explore new ideas, and develop their writing skills in a fun and inspiring way.
What’s Inside?
- Poetry Prompts: A variety of prompts that encourage students to explore poetry centered around the Beach/Ocean theme.
- Creative Writing Prompts: Engaging and thought-provoking prompts that inspire students to write stories, personal narratives, and descriptive pieces.
- No Prep Needed: Ready-to-use prompts that can be easily integrated into your lesson plans, saving you valuable time.
Educational Benefits
- Enhances Writing Skills: Students practice and improve their writing skills through structured and creative exercises.
- Encourages Self-Expression: Prompts provide an outlet for students to express their thoughts, feelings, and ideas, fostering a sense of individuality and confidence.
- Stimulates Creativity: Diverse and imaginative prompts inspire students to think outside the box and explore new ways of writing.
- Engages and Motivates: The Beach/Ocean theme and variety of prompts keep students engaged and excited about writing.
Perfect for Various Settings
This versatile resource is ideal for:
- Classroom Activities: Use as part of your regular writing curriculum, in writing centers, or as warm-up exercises.
- Homework Assignments: Assign as homework to reinforce classroom learning and encourage creative writing at home.
- Supplemental Practice: Great for extra practice, early finishers, or as enrichment activities.
- Home Learning: Perfect for parents looking for engaging and educational activities to support their child's writing development.
Why Choose These Prompts?
Our Beach/Ocean Poetry and Creative Writing Prompts for 7th, 8th, and 9th Graders offer a comprehensive and engaging approach to developing writing skills. The themed prompts not only make writing enjoyable but also help students connect their personal experiences with their creative expression. With a variety of prompts and no prep needed, this resource is a convenient and valuable addition to any writing program.
Figurative Language Crossword Puzzle
By Beth Hammett
This individual or group crossword puzzle activity uses 12 terminologies and optional word bank, as well as word bank with definitions handout, that include: Simile The boy ran as fast as the wind. Sentence uses “like” or “as” to make comparisons. Metaphor The construction worker is a prince. An implied comparison between two unlike beings or objects. Alliteration Casey cackled confidently. The repetition of a single letter at the beginnings of words. Internal (Rhyme) Type of rhyme: The groom was soon doomed. Rhyme occurs inside the words of a sentence. Onomatopoeia Ring, ring…went the telephone. Sound words. Hyperbole I was so hungry I could eat an elephant. An exaggerated statement that has no literal meaning. Adjective The ragged, tattered coat. Vivid words that describe. Personification The flowers danced in the wind. Animals or inanimate objects take on qualities of humans. Synechdoche ABCs for Alphabet. Shortened forms of whole words. Adverb The two boys ran quickly. Tells when, where, or why and may end in –ly. Pun Sea captains don't like crew cuts. Deliberate use of words with multiple meanings that creates play on phrases. Oxymoron Long shorts or silent yell. Opposite words are combined to form phrases. Get students to interact with figurative language. Packet includes answer sheet with definitions. Fun introduction, test prep, or assessment for figurative language!
Poet Series - 20 Poet Bundle - 4 Paragraph reading / 4 Questions Biography
By Quick Assignment Central
This comprehensive set offers 20 individual assignments, each providing an engaging introduction to the life, style, achievements, and legacy of a renowned poet. Written at a 7th-grade level for ESOL students, the content is clear, approachable, and adaptable, making it suitable for a wide range of learners across different grade levels or with varying reading abilities.
Each assignment includes four thoughtful questions designed to encourage students to think critically about the poet’s work and lasting impact. Whether used in an ESOL classroom or for general education, these assignments support the development of reading and comprehension skills while fostering a deeper appreciation for poetry. Perfect for building a love of literature in your students!
All In One Poetry Unit - Where You Read, Create, & Analyze Poetry
By YourTeachingDoc
In this All-In-One Poetry Unit, students will explore the world of poetry and discover the beauty of expression through reading, writing, and learning. They will develop their skills in identifying different types of poetry and learn key terms related to poetry. With practice, students will master common poetry terms and create their unique poems. This unit is sure to inspire a love for poetry in students and foster a sense of creativity and imagination.
✏ What's Included:
* 51-slide PowerPoint with Poetry Terms, Types of Poetry, and Poetry Examples
* 6 Guided Practice slides embedded into the PPT at key intervals
* 5 Independent Practice slides embedded into the PPT after the Guided Practice
* 1 Interactive Kahoots game code (20-question review)
* 1 Crossword Puzzle focusing on Key Poetry Terms and Types (with Answer Key)
* 1 Quiz/Test over Poetry Types and Terms
* 1 Poetry Poster for your Classroom
This resource is suitable for traditional classroom settings as well as for ELL/ESOL teachers and special education teachers, making it a versatile and inclusive addition to any teaching program. These make a great homeschool addition to your poetry unit!
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Free Verse Poem Examples and Templates
By Sign with me TOD
Writing a Free Verse Poem can be a fun and interesting project for your students. Students will learn that this play focuses more on imagery instead of rhyming. Students will learn what imagery is and how it utilized the senses. This packet includes information to share with your students about what an free verse poem is, the steps taken to write a free verse poem, and why we write one. Students will learn about what a stanza is, a verse, what free verse poems don't include, and several examples that are included in a free verse poem.
An example of three possible poem theme ideas, a free verse poem example, a a free verse poem brainstorming chart, and 8 free verse poem templates are included in this product.
At the end of the product, there is a reminder checklist, to help remind students to go back and check their work once it is completed.
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AVID Christmas | December Early Finisher Activity Packet-With WICOR Skills
By Teach Savvy Store
This AVID Christmas and December Early Finisher Packet is designed to engage students with no-prep activities that reinforce WICOR skills (Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, and Reading). Perfect for keeping early finishers productive, it offers Christmas-themed worksheets and fun challenges. Ideal for 5th-12th graders, this packet is a great way to combine learning and seasonal fun!
Edgar Allan Poe Short Story BUNDLE
By Language Arts Excellence
Celebrate October, the season of Edgar Allan Poe, with this collection of comprehensive literature guides for seven of Poe's notoriously chilling stories! This bundle includes literature guides with engaging and varied activities, thoughtful materials, and student-tested lesson plans for: "The Tell-Tale Heart," "The Black Cat," "The Raven," "The Pit and the Pendulum," "The Cask of Amontillado," "The Fall of the House of Usher," and "The Masque of the Red Death." Materials will last you well over a month and ensure that your unit on the Father of Horror will never get dull. Purchase this bundle and you will get the seven literature guides all aligned to the Common Core for 20% off the cover price.
The Tell-Tale Heart Literature Guide Includes:
- Anticipation guide - "Debate Statements"
- Vocabulary
- Vocabulary drawing activity
- Comprehension questions
- Freytag’s pyramid worksheet
- Literary elements worksheet
- Figurative language worksheet
- Creative writing assignment - "Through the Old Man's Evil Eye"
- Full answer keys for teacher use
The Black Cat Literature Guide Includes:
- Anticipation guide - "Debate Statements"
- Vocabulary
- Vocabulary drawing activity
- Comprehension questions
- Freytag’s pyramid worksheet
- "History of the Black Cat" extension article and comprehension questions
- "Putting it all Together" short essay question
- Literary elements worksheet
- Figurative language worksheet
- Full answer keys for teacher use
The Raven Literature Guide Includes:
- Anticipation guide
- Vocabulary
- Vocabulary drawing activity
- Comprehension questions
- Freytag’s pyramid worksheet
- Literary elements worksheet
- Figurative language worksheet
- Full answer keys for teacher use
The Pit and the Pendulum Literature Guide Includes:
- Anticipation Guide - "Creative Quick-Write"
- Vocabulary Worksheet
- Sensory Detail Drawing Activity
- Sensory Detail Chart
- Sensory Detail Analysis Open Response
- Comprehension Questions
- Literary Elements Chart
- Figurative Language Worksheet
- Symbolism Activity
- Socratic Seminar Materials
- Full Answer Key for Teacher Use
- Suggested Lesson Plan for Anticipation Guide
- Suggested Lesson Plan for Sensory Detail Study
- Suggested Lesson Plan for Symbolism Worksheet
The Cask of Amontillado Literature Guide Includes:
- Anticipation Guide - Debate Statements
- Vocabulary
- Comprehension Questions
- Literary Elements Chart
- Irony or Foreshadowing?
- Family Crest Activity
- Symbolism Activity
- Full Answer Key for Teacher Use
- Student Examples of Symbolism and Family Crest Activities
- Suggested Lesson Plan for Family Crest Activity
The Fall of the House of Usher Literature Guide Includes:
- Anticipation Guide - "Numbered Heads"
- Vocabulary Worksheet
- Comprehension Questions
- Literary Elements Chart
- Plot Diagram Activity
- Figurative Language Worksheet
- Symbolism Drawing Activity
- "Snap Chat!" Activity
- Full Answer Key for Teacher Use
- Suggested Lesson Plan for Anticipation Guide
- Suggested Lesson Plan for Symbolism Drawing Activity
The Masque of the Red Death Literature Guide Includes:
- Anticipation Guide - Debate Statements
- Vocabulary Worksheet
- Vocabulary Drawing Activity
- Comprehension Questions
- Literary Elements Chart
- Figurative Language Worksheet
- Symbolism Drawing Activity
- "Twitter" Activity Graphic Organizers (in color and in black and white)
- 12 Reader Response Task Cards
- Conversation Builder Cards for use with literature circles
- Full Answer Key for Teacher Use
- Suggested Lesson Plan for Anticipation Guide
- Suggested Lesson Plan for Symbolism Drawing Activity
- Suggested Lesson Plan for "Twitter" Activity
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Text Message Poetry: Craft Creative Poems!
By Inspired By MlG
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Cooking/Baking Poetry and Creative Writing Prompts for 7th-9th Graders
By Pearlie Janes Creations
Cooking/Baking Poetry and Creative Writing Prompts for 7th-9th Grade | Engaging Middle School and Junior High Writing Activities
This collection of engaging writing prompts is designed to help students express themselves, explore new ideas, and develop their writing skills in a fun and inspiring way.
What’s Inside?
- Poetry Prompts: A variety of prompts that encourage students to explore poetry centered around the Cooking/Baking theme.
- Creative Writing Prompts: Engaging and thought-provoking prompts that inspire students to write stories, personal narratives, and descriptive pieces.
- No Prep Needed: Ready-to-use prompts that can be easily integrated into your lesson plans, saving you valuable time.
Educational Benefits
- Enhances Writing Skills: Students practice and improve their writing skills through structured and creative exercises.
- Encourages Self-Expression: Prompts provide an outlet for students to express their thoughts, feelings, and ideas, fostering a sense of individuality and confidence.
- Stimulates Creativity: Diverse and imaginative prompts inspire students to think outside the box and explore new ways of writing.
- Engages and Motivates: The Cooking/Baking theme and variety of prompts keep students engaged and excited about writing.
Perfect for Various Settings
This versatile resource is ideal for:
- Classroom Activities: Use as part of your regular writing curriculum, in writing centers, or as warm-up exercises.
- Homework Assignments: Assign as homework to reinforce classroom learning and encourage creative writing at home.
- Supplemental Practice: Great for extra practice, early finishers, or as enrichment activities.
- Home Learning: Perfect for parents looking for engaging and educational activities to support their child's writing development.
Why Choose These Prompts?
Our Cooking/Baking Poetry and Creative Writing Prompts for 7th, 8th, and 9th Graders offer a comprehensive and engaging approach to developing writing skills. The themed prompts not only make writing enjoyable but also help students connect their personal experiences with their creative expression. With a variety of prompts and no prep needed, this resource is a convenient and valuable addition to any writing program.
Poet Series - Rumi - 4 Paragraph reading / 4 Questions Biography
By Quick Assignment Central
This assignment provides an engaging introduction to the life, style, achievements, and legacy of a renowned poet. Written at a 7th-grade level for ESOL students, the content is clear and approachable, making it suitable for a wide range of learners, including those in different grade levels or with varying reading abilities.
The four included questions encourage students to think critically about the poet’s work and impact. Whether for ESOL students or a broader classroom, this assignment helps develop essential reading and comprehension skills while fostering a deeper appreciation for poetry.
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Ballad Stanza Poem Examples and Templates
By Sign with me TOD
Writing a Ballad Stanza Poem can be a fun and interesting project for your students. Students will learn what a stanza and a verse are, what poems are called when they have a different amount of lines. Students will also learn what is included in a ballad stanza poem and which lines rhyme. An example of three possible poem theme ideas, a ballad stanza poem example, a ballad stanza poem brainstorming chart, and 3 ballad stanza poem templates are included in this product.
At the end of the product, there is a reminder checklist, to help remind students to go back and check their work once it is completed.
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By Language Arts Excellence
This resource features a comprehensive literature guide for use while reading Edgar Allan Poe's arguably most famous work, "The Raven." The packet provides an excellent basis for comprehension and vocabulary acquisition and encourages students to think critically about plot structure, literary elements, and figurative language within the poem. The wide range of activities in this guide will keep your students engaged as they contemplate the meaning of nevermore.
Product Includes:
- Attractive cover page for student packet
- Anticipation guide
- Vocabulary
- Vocabulary drawing activity
- Comprehension questions
- Freytag’s pyramid worksheet
- Literary elements worksheet
- Figurative language worksheet
- "Snap Chatter" activity
- The Raven Socratic Seminar Lesson & Materials
- Full answer keys for teacher use
While this literature guide is Common Core aligned for eighth grade, it is appropriate for students in seventh-eleventh.
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⭐ The Tell-Tale Heart Literature Guide
⭐ The Black Cat Literature Guide
⭐ The Pit and the Pendulum Literature Guide
⭐ The Cask of Amontillado Literature Guide
⭐ The Fall of the House of Usher Literature Guide
⭐ The Masque of the Red Death Literature Guide
⭐ Edgar Allan Poe Short Story BUNDLE
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Poetry Book | 7 Poem Patterns | Poem Writing Practice
By Inspired By MlG
Discover the world of poetic expression with this comprehensive guide to 7 popular poem patterns. Perfect for students and teachers, this book offers clear explanations, engaging examples, and practical exercises to help you master the art of writing poetry.
Key Features:
- In-depth exploration of Haiku, Cinquain, Acrostic, Limerick, Diamante, Quatrain, and Clerihew poems.
- Step-by-step instructions for writing each poem pattern.
- Abundant examples to inspire creativity and understanding.
- Practical exercises to reinforce learning and build confidence.
- Engaging visuals to enhance comprehension and enjoyment.
Benefits for Students and Teachers:
- Improve literacy skills: Develop critical thinking, vocabulary, and writing abilities.
- Foster creativity: Explore self-expression and imagination through poetry.
- Build confidence: Gain a sense of accomplishment and pride in their writing.
- Enhance understanding: Deepen appreciation for the beauty and power of language.
- Inspire learning: Create a fun and engaging environment for students of all ages.
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Seasons Poetry and Creative Writing Prompts for 7th-9th Grade
By Pearlie Janes Creations
Seasons Poetry and Creative Writing Prompts for 7th-9th Grade | Engaging Middle School Writing Activities
This collection of engaging writing prompts is designed to help students express themselves, explore new ideas, and develop their writing skills in a fun and inspiring way.
What’s Inside?
- Poetry Prompts: A variety of prompts that encourage students to explore poetry centered around the Seasons theme.
- Creative Writing Prompts: Engaging and thought-provoking prompts that inspire students to write stories, personal narratives, and descriptive pieces.
- No Prep Needed: Ready-to-use prompts that can be easily integrated into your lesson plans, saving you valuable time.
Educational Benefits
- Enhances Writing Skills: Students practice and improve their writing skills through structured and creative exercises.
- Encourages Self-Expression: Prompts provide an outlet for students to express their thoughts, feelings, and ideas, fostering a sense of individuality and confidence.
- Stimulates Creativity: Diverse and imaginative prompts inspire students to think outside the box and explore new ways of writing.
- Engages and Motivates: The Seasons theme and variety of prompts keep students engaged and excited about writing.
Perfect for Various Settings
This versatile resource is ideal for:
- Classroom Activities: Use as part of your regular writing curriculum, in writing centers, or as warm-up exercises.
- Homework Assignments: Assign as homework to reinforce classroom learning and encourage creative writing at home.
- Supplemental Practice: Great for extra practice, early finishers, or as enrichment activities.
- Home Learning: Perfect for parents looking for engaging and educational activities to support their child's writing development.
Why Choose These Prompts?
Our Seasons Poetry and Creative Writing Prompts for 7th, 8th, and 9th Graders offer a comprehensive and engaging approach to developing writing skills. The themed prompts not only make writing enjoyable but also help students connect their personal experiences with their creative expression. With a variety of prompts and no prep needed, this resource is a convenient and valuable addition to any writing program.
Acrostic Poem Example and Templates
By Sign with me TOD
Writing an Acrostic Poem can be a fun and interesting project for your students. Students can use their name, a season, holiday, or use someone else's name for a gift. This packet includes information to share with your students about what an acrostic poem is, the steps taken to write an acrostic poem, and why we write one.
Students will learn about the following before writing an acrostic poem - what an acrostic poem is, what makes up an acrostic poem is, what they can be about, how they are written, what makes up an acrostic poem, and a list of positive adjectives are also included in this product to help students if they are going to write an acrostic poem about themselves.
An example of three possible poem theme ideas, an acrostic poem example, a an acrostic poem brainstorming chart, and three acrostic poem templates are included in this product.
At the end of the product, there is a reminder checklist, to help remind students to go back and check their work once it is completed.
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Valentine's Day Figurative Language Worksheet
By Language Arts Excellence
This resource features an engaging Valentine's Day-themed worksheet to help students practice identifying figurative language. Students must identify the figurative language devices exemplified in popular love songs featuring artists such as Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber, Adele, and One Direction. This can be given at the start of class, end of class, for homework, as part of an emergency substitute plan, or as part of a stations activity. Kids can never get enough practice with figurative language and this is the perfect worksheet to work on during Valentine's Day week!
Terms Used:
- Metaphor
- Simile
- Oxymoron
- Hyperbole
- Onomatopoeia
- Allusion
- Personification
- Alliteration
- Idiom
Full answer key is included with this resource.
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Space Themed Poetry and Creative Writing Prompts for 7th-9th Graders
By Pearlie Janes Creations
Space Poetry and Creative Writing Prompts for 7th-9th Grade | Engaging Middle School and Junior High Writing Activities
This collection of engaging writing prompts is designed to help students express themselves, explore new ideas, and develop their writing skills in a fun and inspiring way.
What’s Inside?
- Poetry Prompts: A variety of prompts that encourage students to explore poetry centered around the Space theme.
- Creative Writing Prompts: Engaging and thought-provoking prompts that inspire students to write stories, personal narratives, and descriptive pieces.
- No Prep Needed: Ready-to-use prompts that can be easily integrated into your lesson plans, saving you valuable time.
Educational Benefits
- Enhances Writing Skills: Students practice and improve their writing skills through structured and creative exercises.
- Encourages Self-Expression: Prompts provide an outlet for students to express their thoughts, feelings, and ideas, fostering a sense of individuality and confidence.
- Stimulates Creativity: Diverse and imaginative prompts inspire students to think outside the box and explore new ways of writing.
- Engages and Motivates: The Space theme and variety of prompts keep students engaged and excited about writing.
Perfect for Various Settings
This versatile resource is ideal for:
- Classroom Activities: Use as part of your regular writing curriculum, in writing centers, or as warm-up exercises.
- Homework Assignments: Assign as homework to reinforce classroom learning and encourage creative writing at home.
- Supplemental Practice: Great for extra practice, early finishers, or as enrichment activities.
- Home Learning: Perfect for parents looking for engaging and educational activities to support their child's writing development.
Why Choose These Prompts?
Our Space Poetry and Creative Writing Prompts for 7th, 8th, and 9th Graders offer a comprehensive and engaging approach to developing writing skills. The themed prompts not only make writing enjoyable but also help students connect their personal experiences with their creative expression. With a variety of prompts and no prep needed, this resource is a convenient and valuable addition to any writing program.