Mastering Acrostic Poems: Writing, Performing, and Enjoying
Uncover the art of crafting acrostic poems by utilizing the letters of a topic word, forming lines dedicated to the theme. Learn the techniques to create impactful acrostic poems, explore examples featuring animals like elephants and octopuses, and discover the step-by-step process from word selection to performance, ensuring a memorable and engaging presentation.
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By the end of the lesson you will know What an acrostic poem is How to write your own acrostic poem How best to perform your acrostic poem
What is an acrostic poem? An acrostic poem uses the letters in a topic word to begin each line of the poem All the lines of the poem must be about the topic word which runs down the side hines brightly S U N p in the sky ice and warm on my skin This poem about the sun uses the letters in the word SUN to begin each line
Acrostic poems can be written using just one word on each line or by using phrases and whole sentences. C D uddly ogs are caring A O crobatic bedient and clever T G ail entle, soft pets This poem uses just one word on each line to describe a cat This poem uses phrases on each line to describe a dog
Look at the acrostics about an elephant and an octopus. Enormous feeder Loyal minder Earth remover Power lifter Handy blaster Alarming trumpeter Nimble rammer Thunder maker Jack Ousbey
Oggle-eyed Creepy weirdo Tough and tetchy On the lookout Prowling, pouncing Up-wrapping Shell cracker Patricia Leighton
Todays task Write an acrostic poem about an animal
Steps to success Think of as many words and phrases as you can to describe your animal Choose the words you are going to use write a phrase or a sentence for each line of your poem Write your acrostic poem
Once you have written your poem, read it out to someone in your house. Remember what we need to do to make our performance good . Clear loud voice Lots of expression Look at your audience HAVE FUN!
