Poetry for Fifth Grade Students: Homework and Lesson Help

Working with poetry on a homework assignment can be challenging at first. However, if you know and understand some basic elements of poetry, the task will usually be easier. To help you, some basic information about poetry has been provided below.

Find available tutors

Poetry Homework Help

What is Poetry?

Poetry is a form of writing that usually expresses emotions and feelings in a concise and rhythmic way. There are many elements that make up poetry, such as imagery, metaphors and pacing. Understanding these elements will help you when you have to identify them in poetry for homework.

Voice
Voice in poetry refers to who is speaking in the piece. It also refers to the way they are speaking. Usually, you can tell the author's emotion about the topic of their poetry by the words they use.
Stanzas
Stanzas are like paragraphs in a novel or article. Poems are broken up into sections, called stanzas. The length and number of stanzas often depend on the style of poetry used, such as a sonnet or a haiku.

Figurative Language

Figurative language is what authors use to make their writing more interesting and expressive. Figurative language can give the writing deeper meaning. The most popular ones are explained below.

Personification
Personification is used when authors give inanimate (nonliving) objects human characteristics. Example: The tree cried as his leaves fell slowly to the ground.
Alliteration
Alliteration is when authors use the same starting letter or sound for several consecutive words. This is usually used to give the poetry a certain sound or tone. Example: The bell blew boldly in the blowing wind.
Onomatopoeia
Onomatopoeia is used when authors use words that imitate a sound. Examples: ping, buzz, pop, whizz, etc.
Similes
Similes are used when authors compare one object to another object using 'like' or 'as'. The comparison usually provides a deeper understanding of both objects. Example: Her skin was soft and smooth like a fine piece of expensive silk.
Metaphors
Like similes, metaphors are used when authors are making comparisons in an attempt to provide deeper meaning. However, they do not use the words 'like' or 'as'. Example: My new car is a shiny trophy.
Did you find this useful? If so, please let others know!

Other Articles You May Be Interested In

We Found 7 Tutors You Might Be Interested In

Huntington Learning

  • What Huntington Learning offers:
  • Online and in-center tutoring
  • One on one tutoring
  • Every Huntington tutor is certified and trained extensively on the most effective teaching methods
In-Center and Online

K12

  • What K12 offers:
  • Online tutoring
  • Has a strong and effective partnership with public and private schools
  • AdvancED-accredited corporation meeting the highest standards of educational management
Online Only

Kaplan Kids

  • What Kaplan Kids offers:
  • Online tutoring
  • Customized learning plans
  • Real-Time Progress Reports track your child's progress
Online Only

Kumon

  • What Kumon offers:
  • In-center tutoring
  • Individualized programs for your child
  • Helps your child develop the skills and study habits needed to improve their academic performance
In-Center and Online

Sylvan Learning

  • What Sylvan Learning offers:
  • Online and in-center tutoring
  • Sylvan tutors are certified teachers who provide personalized instruction
  • Regular assessment and progress reports
In-Home, In-Center and Online

Tutor Doctor

  • What Tutor Doctor offers:
  • In-Home tutoring
  • One on one attention by the tutor
  • Develops personlized programs by working with your child's existing homework
In-Home Only

TutorVista

  • What TutorVista offers:
  • Online tutoring
  • Student works one-on-one with a professional tutor
  • Using the virtual whiteboard workspace to share problems, solutions and explanations
Online Only

Our Commitment to You

  • Free Help from Teachers

  • Free Learning Materials

  • Helping Disadvantaged Youth