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Welcome to my poetry blog for kids and teachers
Welcome to my poetry blog for kids and teachers! I believe that poetry is a wonderful way to inspire creativity and imagination in young minds. My poetry blog for kids features a variety of poems, from silly and fun to thought-provoking and meaningful. I hope you enjoy reading and sharing these poems with your students and children.
UPDATE: Many of my poetry blog posts now include Creative Writing, Drama and Poetry Lessons for teachers featuring creative writing and poetry worksheets.
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National Poetry Day Play Poems Anthology. Let Your Imagination Play!
National Poetry Day Play Poems - Mini Anthology. Let Your Imagination Out To Play!
Mark Bird
Sep 239 min read
'Before I Was Yoyo Champion Of The World' A Poem About Play & Perseverance
'Before I Was Yoyo Champion Of The World' A Poem About Play For Kids
Mark Bird
Sep 221 min read
A National Poetry Day Play Poem: 'Call Of Duty: Playtime'
A National Poetry Day Play Poem: 'Call Of Duty: Playtime'
Mark Bird
Sep 213 min read
A Dance Poem For Kids That Plays With Words For National Poetry Day
A Dance Poem For Kids That Plays With Words For National Poetry Day #Play
Mark Bird
Sep 201 min read
'Kids From The Middle' - A Poem Inspired by Midlands Dialect Words
'Kids From The Middle' - A Poem Inspired by Midlands Dialect words and black country dialect
Mark Bird
Sep 112 min read
'Same Age' A Grandma Poem For Kids about the unimportance of age
'Same Age' A Grandma Poem For Kids about the unimportance of age
Mark Bird
Sep 91 min read
A Halloween Picture Book: A Halloween Story For Kids With A Twist
Halloween Picture Book: A Halloween Story For Kids
Mark Bird
Aug 291 min read
Kangaroo Story For Kids At The Zoo including a Robot and Wild Inventor
Kangaroo Story For Kids At The Zoo including a Robot and wild inventor
Mark Bird
Aug 281 min read
Bereavement Poems for Children. Memorial Poems of Reflection & Empathy
Bereavement Poems for Children. Poems of Reflection, Hope & Empathy.
Mark Bird
Jul 817 min read
The Full Stop Day: New Year 6 Leavers Poem Lesson Resources for 2025
The Full Stop Day: New Year 6 Leavers Poem Lesson Resources
Mark Bird
May 162 min read
The Full Stop Day: a Year 6 Leavers Poem & the story behind it
I am a teacher and children's author. If you use my Year 6 leavers poem or lesson resources in class, please consider supporting me by...
Mark Bird
Jun 19, 20213 min read
Discover Creative Strategies for Teaching Poetry
Poetry is a powerful form of expression that can inspire, challenge, and delight learners of all ages. However, teaching poetry...
Mark Bird
Sep 224 min read
Creative Poetry Lessons to Inspire Your Students
Poetry is a powerful tool for expression and creativity. Teaching poetry can sometimes feel challenging, but with the right approach, it...
Mark Bird
Sep 193 min read
'That's My Son!' A Rugby Poem for Kids & Funny Mother Poem
'That's My Son!' A Rugby Poem for Kids & Funny Mother Poem
Mark Bird
Aug 221 min read
Proper Maths - A Teacher Appreciation Poem For The End Of Term
Proper Maths - A Maths Poems for Kids and a Teacher Appreciation Poem For The End Of Term
Mark Bird
Jul 181 min read
The Full Stop Day Video: A Poem for Year 6 Leavers
Year 6 Leavers Poem: The Full Stop Day Video
Mark Bird
Jun 252 min read
Creative Ways to Introduce Poetry in the Classroom
Creative Ways to Introduce Poetry in the Classroom
Mark Bird
Jun 143 min read
🍪 Crumbs: Best In Show – A Poetic Biscuit Poem Tribute for #NationalBiscuitDay
Crumbs: Best In Show – A Poetic Biscuit Poem Tribute for #NationalBiscuitDay
Mark Bird
May 293 min read
Creative Approaches to Engage Students with Poetry
Creative Approaches to Engage Students with Poetry
Mark Bird
May 274 min read
Creative Approaches to Engaging Students with Poetry
Creative Approaches to Engaging Students with Poetry
Mark Bird
May 224 min read
“Purple Rain Refuge” – A Poetic Purple Rain Tribute to Prince’s Iconic Album
“Purple Rain Refuge” – A Poetic Purple Rain Tribute to Prince’s Iconic Album
Mark Bird
May 182 min read
How to Inspire Students Through Creative Poetry Activities
How to Inspire Students Through Creative Poetry Activities
Mark Bird
May 184 min read
🌌 To Boldly Go: A Things Kids Hate List Poem About Imaginary Planets
To Boldly Go: A Things Kids Hate List Poem About Imaginary Planets
Mark Bird
May 142 min read
*Imagination Not Included – When a Cardboard Box turns into the Universe: Poem About Toys for Kids
Imagination Not Included – How Writing Toy Poems Turns a Cardboard Box into the Universe: Poem About Toys for Kids
Mark Bird
May 72 min read
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