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Poetry and figurative language crossword covering metaphor, simile, alliteration, and rhyme.
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Poetry and Figurative Language Crossword Puzzle

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This 20-clue crossword teaches poetry vocabulary and figurative language concepts for elementary students. Clues include definitions and examples of metaphor, simile, alliteration, rhyme, assonance, and rhythm, plus terms like stanza, mood, and form. Use it as a vocabulary review for poetry units, a classroom warm-up, or a reinforcement activity in Grades 3–5.

Subject:
English / Language Arts
Topic:
Poetry
Grade Level:
3rd – 5th Grades
Updated March 2021

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