Read through the poetry prompts below. You will choose 2 of the 3 and write 2 poems. Your poem should be typed and carefully checked for spelling errors.
Each poem must include at least 2 of the techniques we’ve studied – alliteration, rhythm, images, similes, metaphors, personification, onomatopoeia, assonance. Extra credit for including vocabulary words!
Also, keep in mind what we did in class today (Friday) – you can edit your poem. Take out extraneous words! Change broad words like “nice” to specific, more compelling words.
Color.
1. Chose a color, perhaps navy blue or burgundy or steel grey.
2. Take a 10-to-30-minute walk, noticing everything of that color. If you can't walk, look out the window or look through art books.
3. Now write your poem, using lots of strong verbs. Try to incorporate all of your senses into the poem.
Picture of You.
Find a picture of yourself that is at least 10 years old and write a poem describing it in detail. Think about the way we did it in class – take out extraneous word, use lots of sensory details.
If/Then.
1. Write a stanza of 4 to 8 lines where each line begins with the word “If.”
2. Write a similar stanza where each line begins with the word “Then.”
How To.
Write a poem about “HOW TO” do something. For example, “How to write a poem” or “How to eat a pickle” or “How to tell the difference between me and my best friend.”
We’ll share these (at least one each) in class on Monday.
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