This document provides instructions for writing free verse poetry. It explains that free verse does not have a specific metrical pattern or rhyme scheme. The steps include selecting a topic and tone, using descriptive words instead of telling, and employing figurative language to convey meaning without directly stating it. An example of a famous free verse poem, Walt Whitman's "Song of Myself", is provided at the end.

1. How To write a Free verse Winston Smoak TEECH 539 Digital Media August 30, 2010

2. What is a Free Verse? A free verse is a type of poetry that is compose of rhymed on unrhymed lines that have no specific metrical pattern. This type of poetry originated in the early 20th century. This style of poetry allowed poets to improvise and break from the traditional methods of composing poetry.

4. The poem can describe a person, place or thing

8. Use lyrical phrases to get message across without actually telling the story

9. Use figurative language devices such as metaphors and similes to help you create you lyrical phrases Organize

10. Example of a Free Verse Song of MyselfbyWalt Whitman I celebrate myself, and sing myself,And what I assume you shall assume,For every atom belonging to me as good belongs to you.I loaf and invite my soul,I lean and loaf at my ease observing a spear of summer grass. Click the following link for the full version of "Song of Myself".

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