Create Your Alliteration Poem

In this exciting activity, you'll use your creativity to craft a poem where many of the words start with the same sound! Follow the steps below to generate your very own alliterative masterpiece.

What is Alliteration?

Alliteration is when several words in a row begin with the same letter or sound (for example: "Silly, speedy squirrels scramble swiftly!"). It makes your poem sound musical and fun!

Instructions

1. Brainstorming (5 minutes):
   
   Think of a letter or sound that you really like. It could be 'S', 'B', 'F', or any other letter! Write down a list of words that start with your chosen letter. For example, if you choose 'B', you might write: bouncy, bright, brave, busy, bubbly.
   
   
   
   
   
   

2. Guided Practice (5 minutes):
   
   Read this example poem aloud to understand the rhythm and fun of alliteration:
   
   "Bold blue butterflies bend beside babbling brooks."
   
   
   
   
   
   

3. Writing Your Poem (10 minutes):
   
   Use your brainstormed words to create a short poem. Aim for 4-6 lines. Each line should have at least one use of alliterative words. Write your poem on a piece of paper or type it up. Remember, there’s no right or wrong, just have fun with it!
   
   
   
   
   
   

4. Sharing and Reflection (5 minutes):
   
   Once your poem is complete, share it with a partner or the class. Discuss what you enjoyed about the process and how alliteration made your poem more interesting. Also, think about how you might use similar techniques in everyday writing.
   
   
   
   
   
   

Teacher Tips

• Encourage students to use vivid imagery and descriptive words to make their poems come alive.
  
• Remind students that the goal is creativity and fun with language—there is no need to worry about perfection.
  
• Circulate around the room to offer support and gentle encouragement as students write.

Happy writing and have fun creating your alliterative masterpiece!

Alliteration Discovery Worksheet

Welcome to your Alliteration Discovery Worksheet! In this activity, you will explore alliteration by reading examples and creating your own alliterative phrases. Follow the instructions for each section and use the provided space to write your answers.

Part 1: Identifying Alliteration

Read the following sentences and underline the words that use alliteration. Then, answer the questions below:

1. "Silly snakes slither silently through the grass."
   
   
   
   
   
   
2. "Busy buzzing bees buzzed busily by the blossoms."
   
   
   
   
   
   

Questions:

• What sound is being repeated in the first sentence?
  
  
  
  
  
  
• In the second sentence, which letter do the alliterative words begin with?
  
  
  
  
  
  

Part 2: Creating Your Own Alliteration

Now it’s time to be creative! Follow the steps below to create your own alliterative phrase:

1. Choose a letter you like (e.g., S, B, F) and write down at least 5 words that start with that letter.
   
   
   
   
   
   

2. Create a sentence or short phrase using at least 3 of your chosen words. Make sure the repetition of the sound makes your sentence fun to read!
   
   
   
   
   
   

3. Underline the alliterative words in your sentence.
   
   
   
   
   
   

Part 3: Reflection

Answer the following questions to reflect on your work:

• How does using alliteration make a sentence sound more interesting?
  
  
  
  
  
  

• Why do you think authors use alliteration in their writing?
  
  
  
  
  
  

Great job exploring alliteration! Remember, the fun of writing comes when you experiment and try new ideas. Enjoy your creative journey with words!

Exit Ticket: Favorite Alliteration

In this quick activity, please take a moment to reflect on today's lesson about alliteration. Answer the questions below to help us understand what you enjoyed the most and what you've learned.

1. What is your favorite alliterative phrase or tongue twister from today's lesson?
   
   
   
   
   
   

2. Why did you choose that particular phrase?
   
   
   
   
   
   

3. How did alliteration make the phrase or tongue twister more enjoyable or memorable?
   
   
   
   
   
   

Thank you for sharing your thoughts!