Rhyming Words

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is designed to introduce students to the structure and creation of limericks. A limerick is described as a humorous, five-line poem with a distinct bouncy rhythm, and the worksheet outlines the rhyme scheme as AABBA, where the first, second, and fifth lines rhyme with each other, and the third and fourth lines form a separate rhyming pair. An example limerick about a dog named Hon is provided to demonstrate this pattern and to serve as an inspiration for students.

To aid in the composition of their own limerick, the worksheet includes a section for brainstorming rhyming words, divided into two columns labeled ‘A Rhymes’ and ‘B Rhymes’ corresponding to the rhyme scheme of the limerick. Below this, there are lines prompting students to write their own limerick, starting with the phrase “There once was a ___,” encouraging them to think creatively within the poetic structure. This exercise not only teaches students about poetic forms but also stimulates their creativity and helps them practice rhyming and meter in a fun and engaging way.