April is National Poetry Month – Haiku

Haiku is a short form of poetry that originated in Japan. Haiku poems are 3 lines of usually un-rhymed words totaling 17 syllables. The syllable pattern is: 5 on first line, 7 in second line, 5 in the last line. The tight written structure lends itself to unlimited possibilities to express yourself. Come share your poetry writing skills! Designed for children 6 years and older.

Host or Publisher Children's Library | Detroit Public Library