📖 What is an Acrostic Poem?

An acrostic poem is a type of poem where the first letter of each line spells out a word when read downwards. The word is usually the subject of the poem!

Key features of a great acrostic poem:

🌸 Example Acrostic Poem: SCHOOL

Read the example below. Notice how each line begins with the next letter of the word SCHOOL.

Students gather, excited for the day ahead
Classes filled with laughter and learning all around
Halls echo with the sounds of friends and fun
Open books filled with knowledge waiting to be found
Optimism grows as we tackle new challenges
Learning together, we reach for the stars

✏️ Step-by-Step Writing Guide

Follow these steps to write your own acrostic poem:

Step 1: Choose a subject word (e.g. a season, animal, place, or feeling).
Step 2: Write the word vertically down the page, one letter per line.
Step 3: Brainstorm ideas — think about what you can see, hear, smell, taste, and feel about your subject.
Step 4: Write a descriptive phrase or sentence for each letter.
Step 5: Read it aloud and improve any lines that sound flat or plain.

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🌟 Write Your Own Acrostic Poem

Use your subject word and brainstorm ideas from above. Write your acrostic poem in the space below. Remember: use descriptive language and include at least two of the five senses!

Write one letter of your word on each line, then complete the phrase:

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