Poetry 2.5

Haiku & Lyric Poetry

What is Poetry?

• Poetry is a type of writing that uses words in special ways.

• It can be short or long.

• It often uses rhythm, sound, and imagery to express feelings or tell a story.

What is Haiku?

• Haiku is a type of Japanese poetry.

• It has 3 lines with a special syllable pattern:
  5 syllables in the first line,
  7 syllables in the second line,
  5 syllables in the third line.

Haiku Example

Here's an example of a Haiku:

An old silent pond,
A frog jumps into the pond—
Splash! Silence again.

By Matsuo Bashō (a famous Haiku poet)

What Makes Haiku Special?

• Nature: Haikus often describe nature.

• Brevity: Haikus are short but powerful.

• Emotion: They capture a single moment or feeling.

Open Ended

Let’s Try Writing a Haiku!

Think about nature. Choose one:

A tree, a bird, a cloud, or a flower.
Now, let's write a Haiku together:

1. 5 syllables (describe your subject)

2. 7 syllables (more details)

3. 5 syllables (wrap it up)

What is Lyric Poetry?

• Lyric poetry expresses personal feelings or thoughts.

• It is often musical and focuses on emotions.

• It can be any length, but it usually has a rhythm or rhyme.

Lyric Poetry Example

Here's a short example of lyric poetry:

“I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud” by William Wordsworth

I wandered lonely as a cloud
That floats on high o'er vales and hills,
When all at once I saw a crowd,
A host, of golden daffodils;

What Makes Lyric Poetry Special?

• Emotion: Lyric poems express deep feelings.

• Musicality: They often sound like a song.

• Personal: They reflect the poet’s thoughts and experiences.

Open Ended

Let’s Write Lyric Poetry!

Think about something that makes you feel happy, sad, or excited.
Write a short poem about it, using rhythm and feeling.

• Start with a feeling or thought you want to express.

• Use rhyme and rhythm to make it sound musical.

Haiku vs Lyric Poetry

Haiku vs Lyric Poetry

Haiku	Lyric Poetry
Short, 3 lines	Can be any length
Focuses on nature	Focuses on feelings
5-7-5 syllable pattern	Rhythmic, often rhyming

Key Takeaways

• Haiku is a short poem with 3 lines about nature.

• Lyric poetry is about expressing feelings or thoughts in a musical way.

• Both types of poetry can make us think, feel, and imagine!

Poll

What Type of Poem do you prefer?

• Lyric

• Haiku