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Examples of "Where I'm From" Poetry

Where I'm From

I am from oak trees and lemonade stands
From peach-painted bedroom walls and Barbie Dolls
I am from bedtime stories and late night snacks
From Kraft Macaroni and Cheese and Peanut Butter toast
I am from the blue house on the corner
From tackle football with my brothers
From Sara and Val, my high school pals
I am from Monopoly and Mario Brothers
From pepperoni pizza and slumber parties
I am from my Grandmother’s silver curls
Her tough spirit and soft skin
From basketball games and Girl Scout Cookies
I’m from everywhere I’ve ever been
From never knowing what comes next.
 







Now, write your own "Where I'm From" poem.  Remember, to include the "I'm From" refrain and have a total of 20 lines in your final poem. Think about specific details, images, people, places, etc. to include in your poem.












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