This poetic form was invented by the poet, Paul West who must have had a sense of humor! There are many variations of this alphabet poetry starting with the wise selection of topics. Choose one that has many possibilities such as food, sports, animals, ect. The length of the lines is your choice. Listen for rhythm and effect.
Example:
Fashion
Accessories, buttons, caps,
denims, epaulets
feathers, grunge, hemlines,
inseams,
jeans, knickers, Levi’s,
mittens,
nightgown, overalls, pajamas,
quilted,
raglan, scarf, topcoat,
underwear, vest,
windbreaker,
xtraordinary
yokes,
zipper