Engage middle-grade students in a thoughtful exploration of the theme of beauty with this comprehensive two-page worksheet. Students will delve into the world of poetry by reading and analyzing two distinct poems: William Wordsworth's "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud" and Edna St. Vincent Millay's "Still will I harvest beauty where it grows." The worksheet presents comprehension and analysis questions that prompt students to think critically about various aspects of the poems. Through the questions, students will compare and contrast the structure, themes, and tones of both poems, gaining a deeper understanding of the authors' distinct perspectives on beauty. Additionally, the worksheet encourages examination of the authors' use of figurative language, particularly personification, as a means to convey their poetic messages. For further practice in poetry analysis, students can explore the "Compare and Contrast in Poetry: 'January' and 'The Wind'" worksheet. This engaging exercise fosters students' appreciation for poetry and enhances their critical thinking skills.
