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April is National Poetry Month! This themed packet was designed for elementary students, and includes a variety of activities including a close-reading graphic organizer, an exercise focused on understanding repetition, and a personalized learning pathway activity covering the elements of poetry.

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  1. Phrase/Meaning Chart for Poetry
  2. Poetry Close Reading Graphic Organizer
  3. Repetition in Poetry
  4. Elements of Poetry Learning Pathway Activity

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Rebecca Fennel

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About Rebecca

Rebecca Fennel (B.A., M.Ed.) attained her Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and Teaching in 2011, and later completed a Master’s of Education Degree in Educational/… Read more

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