PaginePaginepagineapp.comThe waves roll in, the waves roll out,
The seagulls laugh and wheel about.
I build a castle, tall and grand,
With shells for windows in the sand.
A crab peeks out to say hello,
Then scuttles sideways, off we go!
When stars come out and day is done,
I dream of sand and summer sun.
A Pagine Original poem.
1. How many lines does the poem have? How many pairs rhyme?
2. Find a word that describes a sound.
3. What feeling does the poem give you? Which words show it?
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Free summer reading worksheet for 3rd grade: read the original poem "Summer at the Shore" and answer questions. Printable, original, with an answer key where needed. Skill: Reading poetry. Level: Grade 3 — also suits Year 4 (UK).
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It is designed for Grade 3 (ages 8–9), but use it with any child who is ready.
Reading poetry.
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