Here are some common rhyme schemes used in stanzas:
Simple Rhymes:
* AABB: Every other line rhymes (e.g., "The cat sat on the mat, A
The dog ran to the park, A
He chased the ball with glee, B
And barked with joy, you see. B**
* ABAB: Alternating lines rhyme (e.g., "The wind blows cold, A
And the leaves fall down, B
The trees stand bare and bold, A
In this autumn town. B**
* ABCB: The second and fourth lines rhyme (e.g., "The rain falls softly, A
A gentle, soothing sound, B
The world is quiet, C
As peace abounds. B**
More Complex Rhymes:
* ABCA: Only the third and fourth lines rhyme (e.g., "The stars are bright, A
The moon shines high, B
The world is filled with light, C
As the night goes by. A**
* ABCB: Similar to AABB, but with an extra twist (e.g., "The sun sets low, A
Casting shadows long, B
The birds fly home, C
Singing their evening song. B**
Beyond Rhyme:
* Free Verse: No rhyme scheme at all, relying on rhythm and other poetic devices.
The key takeaway is that you can choose any rhyme scheme (or no rhyme scheme at all) for your stanzas. It's a matter of personal preference and how you want your poem to sound and feel.