National Poetry Month
Updated February 21, 2017 | Factmonster Staff 
Notable Poets » |
Ink runs from the corners of my mouth.
There is no happiness like mine.
I have been eating poetry.
—from “Eating Poetry” by Mark Strand
Special Features
Learn all about Shakespeare, other notable poets, as well as the world's largest teen poetry festival, recommended sites, and a list of kids' books.
Poetry & Quotations
See what poets say about poetry, love, the seasons of the year, and other topics.
Quizzes, Crosswords & Fun Stuff
Test your knowledge with poetry terms hangman, name the poet, and other fun activities.
Poetry Collections
Read poems by Ezra Pound, Walt Whitman, Amy Lowell, and many more.
Poet Laureates
Learn more about past and present English and U.S. Poet Laureates.
Poetry Awards
Find out which poets have won major awards over the years.
See also:
