Craft of Poetry [ Mature Teens ] - A course on writing poems in rhyme, meter, and inherited forms. Covers the sonnet, sestina, and villanelle.
Glossary of Poetic Devices [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Dictionary of terms that are used to describe features of a poem.
Glossary of Poetic Terms [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - A dictionary explaining the different types and features of poems.
In the Moonlight a Worm [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - A step by step guide to writing haiku, with examples and detailed explanations of the meaning of this type of verse.
Poetry Forms and Terminology [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - A list of links to sites that define, explain, and give examples of a variety of poetic forms.
Poetry Writing with Jack Prelutsky [ Kids ] - Online workshop with the popular children's poet includes tips, writing exercises, revision guidelines, and a place to publish online.
Rhyme Zone [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - Online search engine rhyming database. Plug in a word and get a list of potential words that rhyme.
Writing Poetry: A Beginner’s Guide [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - About.com article covering the elements of poetic composition, what to write about, and exercises for getting started. Includes sections on diction, rhyme, free verse, and concrete poetry.
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