5 Senses Poem: ‘At the Beach’

Overview:

A five senses poem titled 'At the Beach' written for middle and upper years students.

Learning Objectives:

• Explore and understand the structure and language of a five senses poem.
• Identify sensory details used to create a vivid and engaging description of a beach.
• Develop creative writing skills through sensory-focused poetry.

How the Poem Works:

The poem focuses on the five senses—sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch—to describe the experience of being at the beach. Each stanza of the poem corresponds to one of the senses, capturing the sensations of the environment in a creative way. This poem serves as an example for students to analyse sensory language and gain inspiration for their own poetry writing.