Poetry Power

Write a poem based on a strong emotion you have experienced, using vivid imagery and metaphors.

Creativity and emotional expression come to the fore with this prompt. In 8th grade, weaving emotion into writing becomes more important than ever. Explore your depth of understanding of figurative language, the utility of phonic devices, and the rhythm and rhyme schemes that give poetry its charm. This prompt will encourage you to tap into your deepest emotions and express them artfully, enhancing your skill and understanding of poetry as a literary form.