Every year on 21st of March World Poetry Day is celebrated, poets around the world are honoured and it serves as an encouragement to write and read poetry for generations to come. You can also celebrate this occasion and be a part of it, we have some suggestions that help you start with some poetic activities.
Tips to Celebrate World Poetry Day:
Write a poem
It doesn’t matter if you are amateur in writing poems, it is not necessary for poems to be in rhyme, you can write 3-line poems too. You can also get an idea to start with writing poems by reading poems from different poets.
Share a poem
Post a favourite poem of yours on social media platforms, you can also make a video reciting your poem and share it online with a hashtag #WorldPoetryDay. Send a poem to your friends and family members and wish them on World Poetry Day. You can also make a poster of a famous inspiring poetic line and stick it on your house door for others to see.
Sign up for a poem a day
There are many sites online that offer free poems everyday in your mailbox, one way to celebrate this day would be by signing up for a poem and read it every day.
Watch a poetry reading
Sometimes you would enjoy watching a poetry reading from a good speaker than reading it on own, so you can watch it online or attend such events.
Attend a poetry competition
If you are confident enough and want to test your creative skills then try participating in poetry writing competitions held near your place.
Learn about famous poets
There are many sources available online which can help you expand your knowledge on knowing famous poets and their works.
Buy a poetry book from poet
Buying a poetry book directly from the poet is an encouragement and appreciation given to their work.
Write a review of your favourite poetry book
The best way to contribute this day is by writing a review on the poetry books you recently read and suggesting others to read the same.
Also read:
11 Surprising Facts About the World Poetry Day
