Try these reading & writing poetry activities.

An Introduction to Poetry

4 poetry activities focusing on reading, writing, and listening.

Scholastic Writing with Writers – Teacher’s Guide

Included are an ongoing journal component, assessments, lesson planning suggestions, and cross-curricular extensions.

Favorite Poem Project - Lesson Plans

Focus on appreciating poetry through reading and discussion, rather than on writing. Lessons are organized by grade level, but can be adapted.

News Hour Extra – PBS Poetry Series

Good resource for teaching poetry. Included are lesson plans, poems, poetry links, rules tools, and form, etc.