This is what to look for in a poem. The acronym STILTS will help you remember what to write about. Click here for an example of STILTS in action.
Structure
Theme
Imagery words that put pictures in your mind*
Language
Tone (mood, point(s) of view)
Subject (or ‘topic’ – what literally happens, what is it about on the surface: what happens)
*e.g. metaphors, connotations