Writing Worksheet · Grades 5–8
Writing a Nonet Worksheet
A printable writing worksheet for grades 5-8 on writing a nonet. Students learn how a nonet is a nine-line poem that counts syllables down from nine to one, answer eight questions about the form, and plan their own. An illustration and complete answer key are included.
Subject
Writing
Grades
Grades 5–8
Skill Focus
Writing a Nonet, poetry
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
A nonet is a nine-line poem in which the first line has nine syllables and each line after has one fewer, down to one. This worksheet teaches the descending syllable pattern and has students plan one, with an illustration.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box defines eight terms with examples. Section A has eight short-recall items. Section B on page 2 has four planning steps.
Page 3 is a complete answer key. The worksheet pairs well with the Writing a Haiku and Writing a Cinquain worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and review the terms.
Answer the eight questions in Section A on page 1.
Plan your nonet in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Writing a Haiku Worksheet for more practice.
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Writing a Nonet Worksheet
A printable writing worksheet for grades 5-8 on writing a nonet. Students learn how a nonet is a nine-line poem that counts syllables down from nine to one, answer eight questions about the form, and plan their own. An illustration and complete answer key are included.
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