Teen Poetry

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  • Craft of Poetry [ ] - A course on writing poems in rhyme, meter, and inherited forms. Covers the sonnet, sestina, and villanelle.
  • Glossary of Poetic Devices [ ] - Dictionary of terms that are used to describe features of a poem.
  • Glossary of Poetic Terms [ ] - A dictionary explaining the different types and features of poems.
  • In the Moonlight a Worm [ ] - A step by step guide to writing haiku, with examples and detailed explanations of the meaning of this type of verse.
  • Poetry Forms and Terminology [ ] - A list of links to sites that define, explain, and give examples of a variety of poetic forms.
  • Poetry Writing with Jack Prelutsky [ ] - Online workshop with the popular children's poet includes tips, writing exercises, revision guidelines, and a place to publish online.
  • Rhyme Zone [ ] - Online search engine rhyming database. Plug in a word and get a list of potential words that rhyme.
  • Writing Poetry: A Beginner’s Guide [ ] - About.com article covering the elements of poetic composition, what to write about, and exercises for getting started. Includes sections on diction, rhyme, free verse, and concrete poetry.