Spring Haikus

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A short presentation to compose Haikus with 6th graders.

Transcript of Spring Haikus

SPRING HAIKUS

What is a Haiku?

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“Haiku" is a traditional

form of Japanese

poetry

Haiku poems

consist of 3 linesThe first and

last lines of a Haiku have 5 syllables and the middle line has 7 syllables. 

The lines rarely rhyme

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Here is a Haiku to help you remember

I am first with fiveThen seven in the middle

Five again to end

5 syllables

5 syllables

7 syllables

Lets read some examples of Haikus about Spring

Now do your own Haiku!!

http://www.kidzone.ws/poetry/haiku.htm