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Limerick Writing - Worksheet for Students
What is a Limerick? A limerick is a funny five-line poem with a special rhythm and rhyme pattern. Let’s learn how to write one step by step! --- Step 1: Understand the Limerick Pattern Limericks follow this rhyme scheme: - Line 1: Rhymes with line 2 (A) - Line 2: Rhymes with line 1 (A) - Line 3: Rhymes with line 4 (B) - Line 4: Rhymes with line 3 (B) - Line 5: Rhymes with lines 1 and 2 (A) Example Pattern: A There once was a cat on a tree, A Who juggled with acorns for free. B She danced and she spun, B Just having some fun, A Until she fell down with a "wee!" --- Step 2: Pick a Topic Think of a person, place, or thing to write about. It can be funny, silly, or surprising! Examples: A dog, a spaceship, or your favorite animal. Write your topic here: My Topic: _______________________________________ --- Step 3: Think About the First Line Start your limerick by introducing the topic. - Use a place or a name to start. - Example: “There once was a cat from Peru...” Write your first line here: Line 1: _______________________________________ --- Step 4: Add the Second Line Write another line that rhymes with the first. Example: “Who danced in a tutu so blue.” Write your second line here: Line 2: _______________________________________ --- Step 5: Write the Third and Fourth Lines Now add two shorter lines that rhyme with each other. - Example: “She twirled with a spin, / And fell in a bin.” Write your third and fourth lines here: Line 3: _______________________________________ Line 4: _______________________________________ --- Step 6: Add the Last Line End with a funny or surprising line that rhymes with the first two. - Example: “And giggled while eating fondue!” Write your fifth line here: Line 5: _______________________________________ --- Step 7: Practice and Share Read your limerick out loud. Does it have a good rhythm? Is it funny or silly? Share it with a friend or classmate! --- Bonus Challenge Draw a picture to match your limerick! --- Example Limerick Topic: A funny dog Limerick: There once was a pup named Fred, Who wore a pink hat on his head. He barked at the moon, Until it was noon, Then cuddled right up in his bed! |
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