Blackout poetry is a creative form of writing that involves taking an existing text, such as a newspaper article or a page from a book, and transforming it into a poem. The poet selects specific words or phrases from the text and then blacks out the rest, leaving only the chosen words visible. This process allows for new meanings and interpretations to emerge from the original material. This art form encourages creativity and can be a fun way to engage with literature. It often highlights the beauty of language and can be used in educational settings to inspire students to explore their own poetic voices while reimagining existing texts.