1) Read the poem to yourself several times to get used to the flow of the words. Once you feel comfortable with the poem, try clapping or tapping a steady beat while reading the poem. It may take a few tries to find a good speed for the beat to match the rhythm of the poem. Once you have a beat that matches the poem, recite the poem with the beat and underline the syllables that fall exactly on the beat. This may take several recitations to complete. You have now discovered the natural rhythm of the poem! See a pin and pick it up. All the day you'll have good luck: See a pin and let it lay, Bad luck you'll have all the day!​