Poetry Types Limerick Activity

Before beginning any poetry unit or learning a new genre of poetry, it is important to review the basics. Students can use the one-page downloadable limerick worksheet to demonstrate their understanding of what limericks are. This can be used as a formative assessment to capture student understanding during class or as a tool to reinforce learning in later lessons or at home. Check out all of our limerick poem printable worksheets.
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Fill in each blank with a word from the given word bank to create a complete limerick with proper AABBA rhyme scheme and playful content throughout.

Concept(s) Limerick, Poetry
CCSS L.5
CCSS Alignment Notes

Aligns with L.5 (word relationships) having students select appropriate words that both complete meaning and maintain the limerick’s rhyme pattern.

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