How to Write a Found Poem

How to write a found poem

You can create a found poem from any text. This is a wonderful way to be creative and express yourself . . . but you’re never at a loss for words!!

Step 1: Select a text

Step 2: Choose any words or phrases from the text and place them into your poem.

Step 3:

The Rules:
~ Words need to be in your poem in the same order as they appear in the text.

~ Only words found in the text may be used.

Step 4: Be Creative. By carefully selecting which words to include from the text, you can control the tone/ feeling of your poem. Word selections as well as the structure of your poem play a large role in a Found Poem.