How to Write A Simple Alphabet Poem
Originating with the poet Geoffrey Chaucer, an alphabet poem is a simple poem suitable for children to write. The structure of an alphabet poem mirrors an acrostic: every line of the poem begins with a different letter of the alphabet, in ascending order, for a total of 26 lines. The poem can include rhyming couplets, but does not have to. Often alphabet poems follow a theme, such as Christmas or nature. Children can make a great gift for their parents or teacher with an alphabet poem.
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Instructions
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Write out the alphabet vertically on the left-hand side of a piece of paper in bold letters.
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Choose a topic to write about. A topic helps your poem maintain unity, which means it sticks to one focus. Write about your favorite holiday, person or sport, or something in nature.
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Create a descriptive sentence or phrase about your topic beginning with the letter "A." Write a complete sentence, such as "Autumn leaves flutter in the breeze," or merely a phrase or single word, such as "Autumn leaves," or even just "Autumn."
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Craft lines for every letter of the alphabet, from A to Z.
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Tips & Warnings
Because an alphabet poem has an even number of lines, it lends itself well to rhyming couplets, where the last words of two lines in a row rhyme. Use a rhyming dictionary to help you.
