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3rd Grade Interactive Poetry Terms

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Acrostic – A fun kind of poem where the first letter of each line spells out a word.
Example:
Silly songs,
Making me laugh,
In the sunshine,
Little joys every day,
Everyone smiles. (Spells “SMILE!”)
Alliteration – When words start with the same sound over and over.
Example: Silly snakes slither smoothly.
Haiku – A tiny poem with three lines. The first line has 5 syllables, the second has 7, and the last has 5.
Example:
Birds chirp in the trees, (5)
Soft breeze whispers through the leaves, (7)
Springtime wakes again. (5)
Imagery – Words that make you imagine pictures in your mind.
Example: The golden sun shines on the sparkling blue ocean.
Metaphor – A way of saying something is like something else without using “like” or “as.”
Example: The classroom was a zoo! (It wasn’t really a zoo, but it was noisy and full of energy.)
Onomatopoeia – Words that sound like the noises they describe.
Example: Boom! Crash! Buzz! Meow!
Personification – Giving animals or objects human qualities.
Example: The sun smiled down on us.
Poet – A person who writes poems! Maybe you can be a poet, too!
Rhyme – Words that sound the same at the end.
Example: Cat and hat, run and fun, blue and true.
Rhythm – The beat of a poem, like music!
Example: Clap your hands to the beat of this poem!
Simile – Comparing two things using “like” or “as.”
Example: The moon is like a silver ball in the sky.
Stanza – A group of lines in a poem, kind of like a paragraph in a story.

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This 3rd Grade Interactive Poetry Terms Matching Activity allows students to input answers, check answers, clear answers, reveal answers, and start a new matching set.

Poetry Terms Matching Activity

Matching Set 1

Rhyme:

Stanza:

Poet:

Simile:

A: A group of lines in a poem.
B: Words that sound the same at the end.
C: Someone who writes poems.
D: Comparing two things using “like” or “as.”

Matching Set 2

Metaphor:

Rhythm:

Haiku:

Personification:

A: Giving human qualities to non-human things.
B: A short, three-line poem with 5-7-5 syllable pattern.
C: Comparing two things without using “like” or “as.”
D: The beat or pattern of a poem.

Matching Set 3

Onomatopoeia:

Alliteration:

Imagery:

Acrostic:

A: A poem where the first letter of each line spells out a word or message.
B: Words that create pictures in your mind.
C: Words that sound like what they mean.
D: Repeating the same sound at the beginning of words.

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Veteran’s Day Interactive Crossword

The History of Veteran’s Day

Veteran’s Day, celebrated each year on November 11, is a national holiday dedicated to honoring the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Its origins date back to the end of World War I, a global conflict that changed the course of history and shaped international relations for decades. What began as a commemoration of peace after “the war to end all wars” has evolved into a day to recognize the sacrifices, courage, and patriotism of all American veterans, past and present.

The history of Veteran’s Day begins on November 11, 1918, when World War I officially ended. At 11 a.m. on that day—the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month—an armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities, was signed between the Allied Powers and Germany. The day became known as Armistice Day, symbolizing the hope for lasting peace after four years of devastating conflict that had claimed millions of lives worldwide. One year later, in 1919, President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation marking November 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day. In his message, Wilson expressed gratitude to those who fought and died for freedom and democracy, calling for Americans to remember their valor and the ideals for which they fought.

In the years that followed, Armistice Day became an annual observance. It was first recognized as a legal holiday in 1938, when Congress passed an act designating November 11 as a day dedicated to the cause of world peace and to honor World War I veterans. However, as time went on, the United States found itself engaged in new conflicts—most notably World War II and the Korean War. Millions more Americans served in these wars, demonstrating the continued need to honor all who wore the nation’s uniform, not just those from the First World War.

In 1954, following the request of veterans’ organizations and approval by Congress, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed legislation officially changing the name from “Armistice Day” to “Veteran’s Day.” The change reflected the broader purpose of honoring all American veterans—those who served in peace and war alike. Eisenhower also urged citizens to remember the importance of peace and to work together in support of the men and women who defended the nation. This redefinition transformed the holiday into an inclusive day of national gratitude, encompassing veterans from every branch of the military and every era of service.

For a brief period, from 1971 to 1977, Veteran’s Day was observed in October due to the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, which sought to create more three-day weekends for federal employees. However, many Americans felt that the historical significance of November 11 should be preserved. In response to widespread public support, President Gerald Ford signed a law restoring the holiday to its original date in 1978, where it remains today.

Today, Veteran’s Day is observed with ceremonies across the nation. Parades, speeches, and moments of silence pay tribute to the dedication of millions who have served. At Arlington National Cemetery, a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier honors those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Beyond its traditions, the day stands as a reminder of the nation’s enduring respect for those who safeguard its freedoms. Veteran’s Day continues to unite Americans in gratitude, reminding all generations of the price of liberty and the courage of those who defend it.

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