★Write a Poem
Grade 3 Writing Worksheet - Building Confidence
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Write a poem on the lines.
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3rd Grade Write a Poem worksheets
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About this worksheet
A poem uses short lines, sound and picture words to say something in a few words. Many poems for young writers rhyme: the last words of two lines sound alike, as in sky and high. On this worksheet your child writes a short poem about a topic, such as the rain or a favorite food. Building Confidence asks for two lines that rhyme, On Level asks for four lines in which the second and fourth lines rhyme, and Challenge Me adds a simile or a repeated sound.
Each of the six versions has two topics, and the answer key shows a model poem for each. Any poem on the topic that follows the rhyme pattern is correct. Ask your child to read the poem aloud and listen for the rhyme.
What your child will learn
- Write short lines about a topic
- Find words that rhyme
- Use a simile or a repeated sound
Common Core standard: W.3.10
Worked example
The moon is round, the moon is bright / It smiles upon the sea / It glows all through the quiet night / And keeps an eye on me. The second and fourth lines end with sea and me, which rhyme.
Common mistake
Choosing rhyming words that do not fit the topic, or writing a sentence that is not a poem line.
Helpful hint
Think of the last word first, then a rhyming word, then fill in the lines.
Questions parents ask
What is the most common mistake with write a poem?
Choosing rhyming words that do not fit the topic, or writing a sentence that is not a poem line.
How can I help my child with write a poem?
Think of the last word first, then a rhyming word, then fill in the lines.
Are these 3rd grade writing worksheets free to print?
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