Haikus are a type of Japanese poetry that are 3 lines long and have 5 syllables in the first line, 7 syllables in the second line, and 5 syllables in the third line. Traditionally, haikus focus on a moment in nature, but they can be about anything! Write these as a group or individually. For another activity, have the kids illustrate their haiku.
Materials
Paper
Writing Utensil
Coloring materials (optional)
Instructions
Pick a subject! This is the best part.
Following the 5-7-5 syllable pattern, write about your subject. The lines do not have to rhyme at all, and the last line should point out something about the subject.
Examples
Popsicles
So many flavors.
Icy cold and very sweet.
I love popsicles.
Squirrel
Furry brown squirrel
Clicking angrily at me
While it eats a nut.
Stormy Weather
Grey haze covers the sky.
Humid air against my skin.
A storm is brewing.
Tips
To truly capture the subject, focus on what it looks, feels, smells, sounds, and tastes like.