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List Poems

List Poems. List Poems. Writing a good list poem takes more effort than simply jotting down a list. They all describe or name things, with specific details that make the poem come alive. One type of list poem is a history poem, which details a part of the writer’s life.

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List Poems

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  1. List Poems

  2. List Poems • Writing a good list poem takes more effort than simply jotting down a list. • They all describe or name things, with specific details that make the poem come alive. • One type of list poem is a history poem, which details a part of the writer’s life. • Another type of list poem is the “how-to” poem.

  3. Writing a List Poem • The first step is to brainstorm • Each list poem needs at least 16 different things in it • When you have a good, long list of ideas, read it over carefully and begin to select what will work together. • Create a picture for the reader of whatever your topic is. • Examine the order in which you place words and phrases; the order should make sense. • Read it out loud. Does it have a rhythm? Does it fit with the subject? Is word choice appropriate? Could you use other words that would flow better?

  4. Example: “How To” • How to Get Out of Homework by Jared Conrad-Bradshaw I’m feeling sick Look at what the dog’s doing Five more minutes That’s a beautiful necklace Oh, just a little longer But, I just reached dark castle and I can’t stop now There’s a bomb in my bedroom There’s a killer outside The baby’s sick But this book is stretching my mind in ways homework can’t I’m feeling sleepy I might wake the baby I just heard a gunshot Was that the phone? After dinner? The cat’s outside So is the dog I’m hungry I don’t feel like it.

  5. How to Bathe a Cat Wear protective clothing Watch your eyes Duck! “Hiiiiiiiissssssssssssssssss” Unlock the claws from around your arm – all four sets Now that you have cat in the tub, start the water Chase cat Dig cat out from under the bed Put Neosporin on your arm Get cat wet Don’t let the screeching stop you Shampoo with one hand and hold down with the other one Watch out! Sharp teeth Ouch! “Hhhhhhhiiiiiiiiiiiiiiissssssssssss” Rinse Hold cat down Wrap cat in towel Did you seriously think you could use the blowdryer? Where’s the cat? Put Neosporin on the other arm Call a groomer

  6. How to Irritate a Teacher “But I was just…” Don’t proofread Go to the bathroom in the middle of instructions Comment on EVERYTHING Don’t listen Take a nap Be offended when you get in trouble for breaking rules you knew about Whine “My mom wants to know why I don’t have an ‘A’…” Ask questions that have already been answered “Yeah, but…” Ignore them when they give instructions “You never yell at anyone but me…” Seriously, would it take you that long to proofread Act like school is the only time you get to see your friends “This is stupid…” Assume they’re too old to remember what it was like to be your age Public Displays of Affection Roll your eyes Make noise when you yawn Forget they’re teachers, not fellow classmates Talk when you’ve been told not to Be rude to each other and/or to them Blow off your homework Don’t listen “Huh?” “How do you spell…” Act like school is punishment “Why can’t I…” Misuse materials Forget that you’re not the only one in the room that matters

  7. Possible list poem subjects: • Things that never die • Things that annoy me • Achievements • Things that are gross • Siblings • My grandmother’s house • Bad cooks • irritating sounds • What money can do • Lucky things • What to do if… • Things that come in handy • Things that are quiet • Things I like about my friends • Memories I’d forgotten • Make-believe places • The perfect friend • Nightitime • Lies I’ve told • Embarrassing moment • my mistakes • When I’m alone I…

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