Language ArtsWhat is a Haiku?

• A poem written with 3 unrhymed lines describing content using simple words and grammar

• Line 1 having 5 syllables• Line 2 having 7 syllables• Line 3 having 5 syllables

See Example

A Man’s . . .

Best Friend

Dog is man’s

best friend

All day long

Cuddle and catch

Becomes your shadow

A Man’s Best FriendHaiku

Dog is man’s best friend

Cuddle and catch all day long

Becomes your shadow