World Poetry Day / Poem in My Pocket
Poem in My Pocket
Children choose or write a short poem, copy it onto a pocket-sized card and share it with as many people as they can during the day.
How to run it
- Put out a basket of poetry books and short poems printed on paper.
- Have each child choose a short poem they like, or write their own, and copy it onto a small card.
- Let them decorate the card and keep it in a pocket or lanyard.
- Throughout the session, children read their poem to friends, educators and family at pick-up.
You will need
- poetry books or printed short poems
- small cards
- pencils and markers
Make it easier or harderYounger children choose a two-line rhyme; older children memorise their poem by the end of the day.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 5, Outcome 2Reading a poem to others builds speaking confidence and creates connections across the service.
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