Some Actions That Could Inspire Poetry

**Some Actions That COULD inspire the writing of Poetry

Everyday actions can provide rich potential for creating poetry. Here is a list of actions that might prove helpful in finding those special words. Remember, poetry is writing our best words in tight spaces to create some sparks!

Putting gel or wax in your hair

Blowing bubbles

Trying on an older persons shoes

Baking with a Grandparent

Reading a whole book in day

Snuggling into bed on a winter’s evening

Playing kick to kick in the park

Riding your bike through puddles

Eating a crisp juicy apple

Observing leaves falling

Watching the effect of the wind

Practicing something over and over until you master it

Trying to put on clothing that is a bit small for you

Falling asleep with your pet nearby

Walking on the beach in winter

Helping someone without being asked

Noticing cold air on your face

Finding a long lost treasure from your younger days

Discovering a piece of ephemera (ticket, note, etc.) inside a book

Reading a book you find yourself lost in

Shopping with your family

Walking across wet soggy ground in winter

Playing a card game with your family

Riding your bike down a hill

Standing on something squishy while bare-foot

Eating something really sweet

Noticing the sounds of winter

Dressing up for walking on a cold winter’s day

Doing something for the first time

Learning something important from a mistake you make

Observing a crowd of people

Observing birds fly

Eating an ice-cream slowly

Listening to bird song in the morning before you get out of bed

Watching someone eat in a cafe**

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