Making Funny Poems

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is an instructive resource for composing limericks, which are short, humorous poems with a particular structure. The page starts by defining a limerick and providing an example, highlighting the poem’s typical five-line structure with a rhyme scheme of AABBA. The example demonstrates how the first, second, and fifth lines, which rhyme with each other, should have eight syllables, while the third and fourth lines, with a different end rhyme, should have five syllables each.

The worksheet then guides students through a three-step process to create their own limerick. Step 1 instructs them to choose a topic, Step 2 to brainstorm ideas and potential rhyming words on the back of the sheet, and Step 3 to write out the limerick itself. This structured approach facilitates the creative writing process and encourages students to consider the importance of syllable count and rhyme in poetry. By following these steps, students can craft their own limericks, engaging with the rhythm and wordplay that make this form of poetry both entertaining and educational. The worksheet is a valuable tool for teaching poetic form and creativity in writing.