poetic device: Descriptive Poems

A descriptive poem is one that mainly describes the subject — whether it be a person, an animal, or an inanimate object — often in great detail, rather than telling a story or expressing one’s feelings.

These poems are all examples of descriptive poetry.

I Think My Dad Is Dracula

Our Dog’s Name is Roomba

I Think I’m in Love with My Smartphone

When Sarah Surfs the Internet

Swinging from the Lights

My Dog Likes to Dig

Our Teacher’s a Hippie

My Sister’s Name is Seven

Ugly Couple

My Smartphone Isn’t Very Smart

I’m Clever Whenever

A Dream of School Supplies

You Can Argue with a Tennis Ball

My Teacher Calls Me Sweetie Cakes

Advice from Dracula

My Lunch

My Dog Lives On the Sofa

This Poem’s Not About a Dog

Christmas Comes But Once a Year

Frank the Friendly Alien

Winter Wonderland

Mammals

I’m Practically Perfect

Wayne the Stegosaurus