Introduction
So, you wanna write Haiku? Luckily, it isn't too hard! Let's go over what Haiku is first:
- 3 lines
- 17 syllables in total
- Line one: 5 syllables
- Line two: 7 syllables
- Line three: 5 syllables
Haiku is a style of traditional Japanese poetry, which tends to focus on nature or seasons as subject material.
Step 1:
Pick a topic!
Every poem needs a topic! Traditionally, Haiku is written about nature and seasons:
- Summer
- Winter
- Autumn
- Spring
Some nature topics include:
- Forests
- Mountains
- Bodies of Water - Rivers, Lakes, the Ocean
- Animals
Ultimately, Haiku can be about anything. Here are some more ideas:
- Emotions - Love, Sadness, Joy
- Everyday Items
- Actions - Sleeping, Talking, Running
- Tell a Story
Step 2:
Write the first line!
The first line of the Haiku should be only five syllables long. Introduce the poem, set the scene or mood.
Step 3:
Write the second line!
The second line of the Haiku should be seven syllables long. This is the middle of the poem, so make sure to bridge the beginning and the ending. Maintain the theme!
Step 4:
Write the third line!
The third line of the Haiku should be five syllables long. This is the final line of the poem, so wrap it up and tie the theme together!
Step 5:
Celebrate the fruits of your labor!
Congratulations! You have successfully created a beautiful(?) Haiku. Remember art can be anything, so no matter how much or how little you tried, a poem is still a poem!