This is an easy poem to write because it follows such a definite pattern. Any subject can be used as the main idea. Acrostic Everyone has done an acrostic poem at one time or another by using the first letter of a word or phrase and completing a sentence that fits the beginning letter. They are often used spelling the name of a holiday such as the one below. I cicles hanging on the tree S anta's reindeer on the roof T urkey roasting in the oven M other running to and fro A ngel sparkling on the treetop S miles all around For variety, an acrostic can be used in other subject areas such as science for endangered animals, weather, etc.
Children can write an acrostic for a particular state or country.
They can also be used as a comprehension tool. Spelling out the name of the book or story read and using the title as an acrostic will challenge children to be specific in creating sentences to go with the letters.