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What they are, and how to write them
Acrostic Poems
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What is an acrostic poem?
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An acrostic poem is a poem where certain letters in each line spell out a word or phrase. It is usually written by taking the first letter of each line to spell out the word or phrase. It can be a fun way to express yourself creatively!
What is an Acrostic Poem?
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Rhyme: Words with similar sounds at the end of each line. Line: A row of words that are arranged in a poem. Form: The structure, shape, and content of a poem.
Concepts:
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F riends are precious gifts R are and hard to find I nvisible when life is good E ver near when your sun doesn’t shine N othing is ever too much D istance never too far S tanding by your side when your dreams have passed you by
Examples
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Strong and swift the wind blows Twirling and twisting delicate blooms Orchards strewn with fruits- ripe n’ raw Rain and thunder snarl and growl Making the sea suddenly shriek and howl
Examples
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The earliest known acrostic poem dates back to the ancient Greeks in the 5th century BC! The longest acrostic poem ever written is 1,000 lines long and was written by a German poet! The most common type of acrostic poem is created from the letters of the writer's name!
Fun facts:
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Draw / write: What words would you use to describe an acrostic poem?
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Draw / write: What is the most important purpose of an acrostic poem?
- Be creative
- Learn new words and spellings
- Strengthen poetry and rhyming skills
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What emotions can you convey in your acrostic poem?
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