In this activity students write three short poems about nature and turn them into a small book.
Teaching Tips
Positives
The resources can be downloaded and used offline or printed.
This is a great entry point for young students to explore poetry writing.
Additional Prerequisites
Prior knowledge of poetry is helpful for students.
It may be difficult for some students to understand the three rhyme schemes: AAAA, AABB, and ABAB.
Differentiation
It may be best to read Saving Planet Earthly to your students before they write their poems. This book is a great introduction to climate change.
To harness different talents, consider making this a group activity, where some work on the art of the book cover and others get more involved in poem writing.
Students can vote on their favorite poems and the best ones could be published in the school's newspaper or other relevant publications.
This activity aims to help foster a connection between students and nature. While it will not specifically educate students on a climate change topic, fostering that connection is important for developing students who understand the importance of climate action. This resource is recommended for students aged 6-8.
Standards
English Language Arts
Language (K-12)
3.L.5 Demonstrate understanding of word relationships and nuances in word meanings.
Writing (K-12)
3.W.4 With guidance and support, produce writing in which the development and organization are appropriate to task and purpose.
