A black out poem is a poem that you create using the published work of
Another author. To start the poem find a newspaper, magazine, or printed out internet article connected to your theme or a subtopic from your list. Read the article noticing words and phrases that you like and might wish to include in your poem. Take a black sharpie and color the entire article except the words and phrases you’d like to include in your poem. Then arrange the words into lines and stanzas. You may add no more than five words to your poem.
Broken promises
A nation at a crossroads
Poverty and inequality
Hope fading away
Social justice for all – an illusion
Politicians’ lies and greed
Voices of the overlooked silenced
No change in sight
Despair, anger, and division
To create a blackout poem, follow these step-by-step instructions:
1. Find a newspaper, magazine, or printed out internet article that is connected to your theme or a subtopic from your list.
2. Read the article carefully, paying attention to words and phrases that you like and might want to include in your poem.
3. Take a black sharpie or any dark marker and color the entire article, leaving only the words and phrases you have selected for your poem untouched.
4. After blacking out the unwanted text, you will be left with a collection of words and phrases that will form the basis of your poem.
5. Arrange these words and phrases into lines and stanzas to create your poem. Experiment with different arrangements until you find a structure that you like.
6. Remember, you are allowed to add no more than five words to your poem. Use these additional words sparingly and strategically, if needed.
7. Once you have finalized the arrangement of your words, make sure that your poem flows smoothly and conveys the message you want to express.
8. Revise and edit your poem as necessary, paying attention to the overall coherence, rhythm, and language used.
9. Consider adding any finishing touches or aesthetic touches that you desire. You may want to mount your poem on a colorful background or create an artistic border around it.
10. Finally, step back and admire your creation! Congratulations on successfully crafting your blackout poem.