A great activity for Poetry Month, creative writing classes, or a language arts unit. Students practice writing poetry using words related to the senses. The printable includes a sample poem and detailed instructions for how to write sensory poems. Great as a take-home or journaling activity.
Sensory Poems
Excerpted from
The Human Body
All the activities in this are based on sound scientific principles that help youngsters develop scientific awareness and appreciation while studying the human body.
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