Poetry Writing Handbook: Definitions, Examples, Lessons

by Greta B. Lipson

The one and only guide to creating 36 different poetic forms (complete with definition, example, guidelines and a place for students to write their own) that also shows students the power of language and how to use it! Written by a master teacher, author, educator and poet, this is the how-to poetry book you've always wanted!

Genres: Poetry

112 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 1998

Reviews

[Patty · Rating 4 out of 5]

Reading Level: Adult

This how-to book provides examples, definitions, and lessons on how to write several poetry forms. Some forms are the acrostic, alphabet, cinquain, haiku, occasional, sestina, and sonnets.

I really like how the book gives the layout for the poem and examples. It then gives you a "try it" page that you can use to practice on.

[Amanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

I worked with this workbook when I was homeschooled; this was one of my favorite books to work with. A very basic approach that allows children to express themselves in a creative way on their own terms.