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Poems for the classroom
Short poems for reading aloud, noticing rhythm, and talking about meaning. 2,055 on the shelf, each with a discussion question.
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary E: The Storm
Appreciating the Symphony of Nature During a Storm
The paragraph describes the beauty and playfulness of clouds in the sky, the development of a storm, the impact of rain on the environment, and encourages people to appreciate the symphony of nature during a storm while staying safe.
Talk about it 1. What happens to the clouds when the wind blows? 2. What are some things you can see and hear during a storm? 3. How do the flowers react to the rain? 4. What can you do to stay safe and comfortable during a storm? 5. What different elements of nature are mentioned in the poem?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary E: The Vet
Magical Help for a Little Creature
A little creature with a fever and a cracked hoof learns the power of magic and the importance of perseverance and optimism.
Talk about it Here are a few questions to ask kids to think about the story: 1. What was the little creature's problem in the story, and how did he solve it? 2. How did the little creature feel when he first cracked his hoof, and how did he feel after he found the magic spell? 3. What do you think the little creature learned from his experience, and how might you apply that lesson to your own life? 4. What was the significance of the broken shell in the story, and how did it help the little creature? 5. Why do you think the story emphasizes the power of magic, and what might that tell us about the importance of imagination and creativity?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary E: Time For Bed
A Good Night's Routine
The story "A Good Night's Routine" describes the bedtime routine for young children, emphasizing the importance of washing, brushing, drinking, and reading before a good night's sleep.
Talk about it 1. What are some of the things the children do as part of their bedtime routine? 2. Why is it important to wash our hands and face before going to bed? 3. Why do we brush our teeth before going to bed? 4. What are some of your favorite stories to read before going to sleep? 5. How does having a bedtime routine help you get a good night's sleep?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary E: Too Much Work
Title: "The Mighty Tiger with Stripes of Grace
This is a poem about the beauty and strength of a mighty tiger with stripes, and how even though he may seem fearsome, he can also be playful and cuddly just like any other animal.
Talk about it Here are a few questions to ask kids to think about the story: 1. What kind of animal was the main character in the story? 2. What were some of the features of the tiger that the poem described? 3. How did the tiger's stripes help him in the jungle? 4. Were tigers in the story portrayed as friendly or scary animals? 5. Why is it important to respect and protect wild animals like tigers?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary E: What Is in the Box
The Adventure of Toss, Drop, Smash, Knock, Place, and Tear
The story is a playful and adventurous poem for young kids that encourages them to embrace the joy of games, mistakes, and exploration through the use of the words toss, drop, smash, knock, place, and tear.
Talk about it 1. What were some of the games and activities mentioned in the story? 2. Did anything unexpected happen during the story? 3. How did the characters react when something went wrong? 4. What do you think the story is trying to teach us about mistakes? 5. Can you think of other games or activities that use the words toss, drop, smash, knock, place, and tear?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary E: Whats In That Pouch
The Wonders of the Australian Outback: A Tale of Bilbies, Kangaroos, Wallabies, and Koalas
This story is a whimsical exploration of the diverse animal life found in the Australian outback, including kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, and the adorable and lesser-known bilbies.
Talk about it 1. What is a bilby, and how is it different from other Australian animals? 2. Why do kangaroos, wallabies, and bilbies have pouches, and what do they use them for? 3. What is special about koalas, and how do they spend their time in the trees? 4. Have you ever seen any of these animals in person, or do you know anyone who has? 5. What other kinds of animals do you think might live in the Australian outback, and why?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary E: When I Grow Up
Lost in the Woods
A group of friends get lost in the woods during a camping trip and must work together to find their way back to safety.
Talk about it 1. Have you ever been on a camping trip? 2. How would you feel if you were lost in the woods? 3. What do you think the group could have done differently to avoid getting lost? 4. What are some things you would do to stay safe if you were lost in the woods? 5. How important is it to work together as a team when facing a difficult situation? 6. Have you ever had to rely on your friends to help you through a tough situation? 7. What did the characters learn from their experience of being lost in the woods? 8. Would you go on another camping trip after hearing this story? Why or why not? 9. What would you pack in your backpack if you were going on a camping trip? 10. How would you use a compass and a map to navigate through the woods?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary F: A Clown Face
Lost in the Woods
When a family gets lost in the woods during a hike, they must work together to find their way back to safety.
Talk about it 1. What do you think the family could have done differently to avoid getting lost in the woods? 2. How did the family work together to try to find their way back to safety? 3. What would you do if you were lost in the woods? 4. What kind of things do you think the family was feeling while they were lost? 5. What did the family learn from their experience of being lost in the woods?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary F: Best of Friends
The Friendly Snake's Race to Friendship
The story is about a friendly snake and his mouse friend who race through the forest, encounter a new snake who becomes their enemy, but with their bravery and kindness they turn him into a friend.
Talk about it 1. Who were the main characters in the story? 2. What did the new snake do when he first met the friendly snake and Mace? 3. What did the friendly snake do to help the new snake become their friend? 4. How did the story end? 5. What did you learn from this story?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary F: Changing Seasons
Lost in the Woods
When two siblings get lost in the woods during a camping trip, they must rely on their wits and each other to find their way back to safety.
Talk about it 1. How did the two siblings end up getting lost in the woods? 2. What challenges did the siblings face as they tried to find their way back to safety? 3. How did the siblings use their problem-solving skills and work together to find their way back? 4. What did the siblings learn about themselves and each other during their ordeal? 5. What would you do if you were lost in the woods?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary F: Community Workers
Community Helpers: The Importance of Mail Carriers, Thermometers, Doctors, and Firefighters.
The paragraph describes the importance of various community helpers, including mail carriers, thermometers, doctors, and firefighters, and encourages gratitude for their service.
Talk about it 1. Who are some of the people in our community who help us every day? 2. What does the mail carrier do for us, and why is that important? 3. How does the thermometer help us, and why is it important to know the weather outside? 4. Why is it important to go to the doctor and get check-ups? 5. Who are some of the people we can call in an emergency, and what do they do to help us?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary F: Does It Sink or Float
Summer Fun with Water, Marble, Sink, Watermelon, and Apple
This is a poem about the joy and wonder of summer playtime for young kids with water, a marble, a sink, a watermelon, and an apple.
Talk about it 1. What is your favorite fruit to eat during the summer? 2. Have you ever found a small object like a marble and wondered where it came from? 3. What are some fun things you can do with water on a hot day? 4. Have you ever tried to make something float in the water? 5. How do you think the apple and watermelon felt when they were floating in the water?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary F: Fishing with Grandpa
Adventure on the Lake: A Fishing Trip for Kids
Adventure on the Lake: A Fishing Trip for Kids" is a fun-filled tale about a group of children who embark on an exciting fishing expedition, armed with their fishing gear and eager to catch some fish.
Talk about it 1. What did the children use to catch fish? 2. How did the children feel when they finally caught a fish? 3. What did the fish look like when they caught it? 4. What did the children do after they caught the fish? 5. What did you like most about the story? 6. Have you ever been fishing before? If so, what was your experience like? 7. What other activities could the children have done on the lake besides fishing? 8. Would you like to go on a fishing trip like the children in the story? 9. What lessons do you think the children learned from their fishing trip? 10. How do you think the children felt at the end of the story?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary F: Flashlight Shadow Show
Flashlight Adventures: Exploring the Night
A child's adventure exploring the night with a flashlight and discovering a world of shadows and creatures.
Talk about it 1. What did the child use to explore the night and why? 2. What did the child discover in the shadowy world? 3. How did the child feel when she heard the howl and saw the shadow? 4. How did the child overcome her fears? 5. What did the creatures around her do when they saw the child's flashlight? 6. What did the child learn from her adventure exploring the night? 7. Would you like to go on a night adventure like the child in the story? Why or why not?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary F: Following the Map
She's Adventures: A Journey Through the Compass Rose
She's Adventures" is a tale of a young girl's explorations around the world, guided by her compass and fueled by her curiosity, as she discovers new places and learns valuable lessons along the way.
Talk about it 1. What inspired She to go on her journey, and how did she prepare for it? 2. How did She use the map and the compass to find her way around the world, and why were these tools important to her? 3. What were some of the different places She visited on her adventure, and what did she learn from her experiences there? 4. How did She feel when she returned home, and what did she gain from her travels that she didn't have before? 5. If you could go on your own adventure, where would you go and what would you want to learn or experience?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary F: Gaggle Herd and Murder
Names for Groups of Animals.
The paragraph describes various names for groups of animals and the behaviors associated with them, highlighting the diversity of the animal kingdom.
Talk about it 1. Can you name some of the different names for groups of animals mentioned in the paragraph? 2. Which group of animals do you think is the most fascinating, and why? 3. If you could invent a new name for a group of animals, what would it be and what animal would it describe?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary F: Glassblowing
The Magical Glassblower
The Magical Glassblower" is a tale about a skilled artisan who creates a beautiful glass bowl using an oven, tools, and his breath, impressing all who see his work.
Talk about it Here are a few questions to ask kids to encourage them to think about "The Magical Glassblower": 1. What tools did the glassblower use to create the glass bowl? 2. How did the glassblower use an oven to make the glass malleable? 3. What happened when the glassblower blew into the pipe? 4. How did the glassblower create unique patterns and colors in the glass bowl? 5. How did the glass bowl make people feel when they saw it?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary F: How Is the Weather Today
The Lost Key: A Quest for Adventure
The Lost Key: A Quest for Adventure" follows a group of friends as they embark on a perilous journey to find a key that holds the secret to a mysterious treasure.
Talk about it 1. What did the key in the story represent, and why was it important to find it? 2. Which character in the story was your favorite, and why? 3. What challenges did the group of friends face on their journey to find the key, and how did they overcome them? 4. What would you have done differently if you were in the group of friends searching for the key? 5. How did the friends' friendship and teamwork help them on their quest, and what lessons can we learn from this?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary F: How to Make a Snow Person
Curious Explorer: Learning and Growing Every Day
The story is about a curious young person who loves to learn about the world, paying attention to every detail and exploring new things, ultimately finding joy in growth and knowledge.
Talk about it 1. Who is the main character in the story, and what do they like to do? 2. What are some of the things the main character learns about in school? 3. Why is paying attention to details important? 4. What is the main character's attitude towards learning? 5. How does the main character's curiosity help them succeed? 6. What do you think you could learn by being curious and exploring the world around you? 7. Can you think of a time when you learned something new that made you feel happy and proud? 8. How can you continue to grow and learn every day?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary F: In a Chinese Garden
Adventures in the Enchanted Garden
A group of young children embark on a magical journey in an enchanted garden filled with wonders such as trees, rocks, water, and mirrors.
Talk about it 1. What was your favorite part of the enchanted garden and why? 2. If you could add one thing to the garden, what would it be and why? 3. How did the garden make you feel? Did it feel like a magical place to you? 4. What do you think the mirror in the garden was meant to represent? 5. If you could explore the enchanted garden with anyone, who would you choose and why?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary F: Jobs for James
The Little Gardener: How Jane Learned to Earn and Succeed
The Little Gardener" is a heartwarming tale about a young girl named Jane who learns the value of hard work, perseverance, and financial responsibility while tending to her garden.
Talk about it 1. What did Jane do to earn money in the story? 2. How did Jane feel when she counted the weeds she had pulled from her garden? 3. Why do you think it's important to work hard and earn money? 4. How did Jane's hard work in the garden make her feel proud? 5. What could Jane do with the money she earned from pulling weeds?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary F: Josh Gets Glasses
The Everyday Heroes of Our Town
This is a poem for young children that celebrates the hard work of everyday heroes in a town, including a doctor, firefighter, police officer, glasses-wearing medical professional, and even a cowboy.
Talk about it 1. Who are some of the everyday heroes in our community, and what do they do to help people? 2. Why is it important to wear glasses when you're a doctor or other medical professional? 3. What kind of equipment does a firefighter need to put out a fire, and why is it important? 4. What is the role of a police officer in keeping our community safe, and how do they help us? 5. Have you ever met a cowboy or seen one in real life? What kind of things do cowboys do?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary F: Mothers Day
The Special Pancake Surprise
This is a story about a group of kids who quietly decorate a room and sneak around to create a special pancake breakfast surprise filled with excitement and laughter.
Talk about it 1. What did the kids do to make the room special? 2. How did the pancakes smell and sound when they were cooking? 3. What did the kids do when they saw the special pancakes? 4. What did the kids do to make the morning memorable? 5. How can you create special moments with your friends and family?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary F: Night Animals
Chasing Nectar: A Sweet Adventure in Nature
The paragraph is a rhyming poem that encourages children to explore nature, learn about the sweet substance called nectar, and its transformation into honey.
Talk about it 1. What is nectar and where does it come from? 2. How can you use your senses to find nectar? 3. What can nectar be transformed into, and how is this transformation done?
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