The Poetry of Us: More Than 200 Poems That Celebrate the People, Places, and Passions of the United States

The Poetry of Us

Poetry Multi-Leveled Lesson

With these multi-leveled lessons, students are encouraged to explore elements that support the understanding and appreciation of poetry. Each level includes spaces with default questions that you can customize to meet your learning objectives and goals.

View these templates to determine the best level for each student:

Sample: Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3

Level 1

Students consider topic/theme, mood, rhyme, and repetition.


Level 2

Students consider topic/theme, mood, type, form, poetic elements, imagery, and figurative language.


Level 3

Students consider topic/theme, mood, type, form, poetic devices, imagery, figurative language, structural elements, and tone.


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