Haiku Poems 1

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We have been learning to write haiku poems. 

A haiku poem is usually inspired by some aspect of nature. 

It has three lines; the first has five syllables,

the second has 7 syllables 

and the third line has 5 syllables. 

Here are our first efforts. We looked at some photos of our class garden (taken in summer) for inspiration. We worked in groups, then shared ideas, making suggestions on how each haiku could be improved. So, these are all a combined effort from Huia 1. 

Praying mantis kills

native caterpillar death

long legs, spider-like.

Look! Lurking around

praying mantis quick and green

vicious and sneaky.

Praying mantis, look,

insects beware, be careful

killer on the loose.

A cold green killer

munching on caterpillars

hiding in secret.

Voracious mantis

preying on caterpillars

slow food eaten fast.