Haiku Poetry Day is celebrated annually on April 17th to honor the traditional Japanese form of poetry known as haiku.

Haiku consists of three lines, with a syllable pattern of 5-7-5, and typically focuses on nature, the seasons, or moments of profound simplicity.

The day encourages the appreciation and creation of haiku, with poets worldwide participating by writing and sharing their own poems. It serves as a celebration of this concise yet powerful literary form, fostering mindfulness, creativity, and a deeper connection with the natural world.

Celebrate World Poetry Day in the Elementary Classroom

Children’s Poetry Books

Poetry Writing Around the World