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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 New Concept English Lesson 1-2
A Helping Hand in the Garden
The poem is a reminder for young kids to use their manners and be polite in their interactions with others.
Talk about it 1. What are some ways to be polite and kind to others? 2. Why is it important to say "thank you" when someone helps you? 3. What should you do if you accidentally bump into someone? 4. How can saying "excuse me" help in different situations? 5. How can using your manners make other people feel?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 3-4
The Forgetful Student and the Rainy Day
The poem tells the story of a young student who forgets their cloakroom but overcomes the obstacle of the rainy day with a positive attitude and the help of their trusty umbrella.
Talk about it 1. What is the main character's favorite school supply? 2. How did the main character feel when they realized they forgot their cloakroom? 3. What did the main character do to overcome the rainy day? 4. Why is it important to be responsible and organized, especially when going to school? 5. What can we learn from the main character's positive attitude towards a rainy day?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 5-6
Bilingual Adventures: A Student's Journey to Learn German and French
The poem tells the story of a student's excitement to learn German and French in a fun and enjoyable way.
Talk about it 1. What languages did the student learn in the poem? 2. How did the student feel about going to school in the morning? 3. Did the student enjoy learning German and French? 4. How did the student feel after leaving French class? 5. Why do you think it's important to learn other languages?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 7-8
The Little Kid with Big Dreams
The poem encourages young children to dream big about their future careers while emphasizing the importance of hard work and perseverance.
Talk about it 1. What kind of jobs are mentioned in the poem? 2. Why is it important to learn and practice things like typing on a keyboard? 3. What do you think the poem means when it says "Taking pride in my name"? 4. What is the overall message of the poem? 5. What is your dream job?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 11-12
Siblings of Love: A Family's Bond
The poem tells the story of a happy family of siblings and their parents, highlighting their love and strong bond.
Talk about it 1. Who are the characters in the poem? 2. What is the family doing in the poem? 3. What colors are mentioned in the poem and what do they represent? 4. How does the family's bond help them in their lives? 5. Why is it important to have a close relationship with siblings and family?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 15-16
Jane and the Adventure to Norway
The poem tells the story of a girl and her friend's exciting journey to Norway, encountering a customs officer and highlighting their Norwegian and Danish heritage.
Talk about it 1. Who is the main character of the poem? 2. Where did the girl and her friend go for their adventure? 3. Who did they meet at the airport and what did they do? 4. What was the purpose of their trip? 5. What cultural references were mentioned in the poem? 6. What do you think Jane and her friend learned on their adventure? 7. How would you feel if you were going on an adventure to a new country? 8. What do you think was the most exciting part of Jane's trip? 9. What can you learn about different cultures by traveling? 10. Would you like to go on an adventure like Jane and her friend did? Why or why not?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 17-18
Working Together in the Busy Office
The poem highlights the importance of teamwork and hard work in a busy office through the story of a man, sales reps, an assistant, and a hard-working employee.
Talk about it 1. Who are the characters in the poem, and what do they do? 2. What is the office like, and what are the people in the office doing? 3. Why is it important for the sales reps, assistant, and employee to work together? 4. What do you think the man in charge does to help his team work well together? 5. How does the poem make you feel about working with others?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 19-20
Under the Sea Adventure
The poem encourages young children to take a break, quench their thirst, and enjoy the simple pleasures in life, such as ice cream, while reminding them that they are loved and cared for.
Talk about it 1. What did the children do when they were feeling tired and thirsty? 2. What did the mum give the children to drink? 3. What did the children do to have fun and forget their worries? 4. How did the little boy feel at the beginning of the poem and how did he feel at the end? 5. Why is it important to take a break and enjoy the simple pleasures in life?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 21-22
Title: Exploring Differences with Words.
The article prompt is missing, please provide the article or paragraph you would like me to summarize.
Talk about it 1. What words can we use to describe the differences between the two things mentioned in the poem? 2. Why is it important to be careful when trying to identify which thing is sharp and which thing is dull? 3. How can we use the words from the poem to talk about sharing something with someone else?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 23-24
Lost in the Forest
The poem describes the organization and placement of various objects on furniture such as shelves, desks, cupboards, and tables in a child-friendly manner.
Talk about it 1. What items were described in the poem? 2. Why is it important to keep cigarettes away from the cupboard? 3. What do you think the poem is trying to teach us about organizing our belongings? 4. Can you think of any other items that could be placed on the shelf or desk? 5. How can a tidy and organized room help us learn and play better?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 25-26
The Magical Adventures of Lily and her Talking Cat
The poem is a playful and imaginative description of a kitchen and its appliances, centered around the character of Mrs. Chef, intended for young children.
Talk about it 1. What is your favorite appliance in the kitchen and why? 2. Can you name some other kitchen tools or appliances that weren't mentioned in the poem? 3. What do you think Mrs. Chef is making in the kitchen? 4. Have you ever helped cook or bake something with an adult in the kitchen? 5. If you could talk to an appliance in your kitchen, which one would you choose and what would you say to it?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 27-28
Cozy Comfort in the Living Room: Finding Happiness in Simple Things".
The paragraph describes a cozy living room with a comfortable armchair by the window, a colorful picture on the wall, and a door leading outside, encouraging readers to appreciate what they have and find happiness in the simple things.
Talk about it 1. What is the author's favorite thing to do when sitting in the armchair by the window? 2. What can you see outside from the armchair in the living room? 3. How does the picture on the wall make the author feel?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 29-30
Bedtime Routine for Kids: Getting Ready for a Peaceful Night's Sleep
The paragraphs provide instructions for a child's bedtime routine, including putting away clothes, closing windows, tidying up, and getting ready for a new day.
Talk about it 1. Why is it important to put away your clothes before going to bed? 2. Why should you shut your windows before going to sleep? 3. What can you do if your room is messy before going to bed? 4. What should you do to prepare for a new day?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 31-32
The Helpful Cat
The poem tells the story of a cat who loves to run and play but takes a break to help a friend, learning the importance of kindness and helpfulness along the way.
Talk about it Here are a few questions to ask kids to think about the poem: 1. What did the cat love to do in the garden? 2. What did the cat find in the tree? 3. Why did the cat stop to read the letter? 4. What did the letter ask the cat to do? 5. How did the cat feel about helping the letter writer? 6. What did the cat learn from helping the letter writer? 7. Have you ever helped someone like the cat did? How did it make you feel? 8. Why do you think it's important to be kind and helpful to others?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 35-36
An Adventure in the Valley
The poem tells the story of a husband and wife who go on an adventure in a valley, enjoying the sights and swimming in the water, inspiring the little kids around them.
Talk about it 1. What did the husband and wife see and do on their adventure in the valley? 2. How did the husband and wife feel while they were enjoying the beautiful view of the valley? 3. What did the little kids around them wish to do after seeing the couple's adventure? 4. Have you ever gone on an adventure like the husband and wife in the poem? If so, where did you go and what did you see? 5. What do you think is the importance of spending time in nature and enjoying the beauty around us?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 37-38
Building a Bookcase with Care and Creativity".
The paragraph describes the process of building a bookcase with care and attention to detail, and the satisfaction that comes from creating something with hard work and creativity.
Talk about it 1. What is the author suggesting we build in this paragraph? 2. What tools will we need to build a bookcase according to this paragraph? 3. Why do you think it is important to measure and cut the wood carefully? 4. What colors could we choose from to paint our bookcase? 5. What is the overall message of this paragraph about hard work and creativity?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 39-40
Careful with the Vase and the Flower
The poem teaches young kids to be careful with fragile objects and appreciate the beauty of flowers.
Talk about it Here are a few questions that children could think about after reading the poem: 1. What is the vase like in the poem, and why is it important to be careful with it? 2. What does the flower look like, and why is it special? 3. Why is it important to share the beauty of things with others? 4. What might happen if we're not careful with fragile objects like the vase in the poem? 5. What can we learn from the poem about taking care of things and appreciating beauty?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 41-42
Savoring the Simple Joys of Life.
The paragraph encourages us to appreciate and enjoy the simple things in life, from sweet treats to the sight of a bird in the sky, and to savor each moment with gratitude.
Talk about it 1. What are some things mentioned in the paragraph that make our taste buds dance and shine? 2. Can you think of a simple thing in life that makes you feel happy or grateful? 3. Why do you think it's important to savor each moment in life like it's a dream?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 43-44
Tea Time Adventure: The Search for the Kettle
The poem tells a fun and playful story about a young girl who uses a teapot and kettle to make a delicious cup of tea.
Talk about it 1. What did the little girl do to make her tea? 2. How did the teapot and kettle help the little girl? 3. Why do you think the little girl had to look behind the bottle to find the kettle? 4. How do you think the little girl felt when she finally had her cup of tea? 5. What would you do if you wanted to have a cup of tea like the little girl in the poem?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 45-46
The Little Girl and the Lost Kitten
The poem is an inspirational message for young kids to learn and grow, to not be afraid to ask for help, to persevere through challenges, and to spread kindness to others.
Talk about it 1. What can we do to improve our handwriting? 2. Why is it important to ask for help when we need it? 3. How can we overcome terrible situations? 4. Why is it important to share and show kindness to others? 5. Have you ever taken a lift before? What was it like?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 47-48
Fresh and Pure: Nate's Farm-to-Table Feast
The poem tells the story of a young child named Nate who wants and enjoys fresh, pure food such as honey, butter, and eggs from a farm-to-table feast.
Talk about it Here are a few questions to ask kids to think about the poem: 1. What did Nate want for his meal, and where did he go to find it? 2. What did Nate learn about the taste of fresh, pure food from the land? 3. Have you ever eaten honey, butter, or eggs from a farm? What did they taste like? 4. How do you think the animals on the farm might feel about providing food for us? 5. What other foods do you like to eat that come directly from the land?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 49-50
The Little Explorer at the Butcher's Shop
This poem tells the story of a curious young kid who visits a local butcher's shop and learns about different types of meats while enjoying the friendly and knowledgeable assistance of the butcher.
Talk about it 1. What did the little kid do when he went to the butcher's shop? 2. What were some of the meats the butcher showed the kid? 3. What did the butcher say about his job? 4. How did the kid feel about his adventure at the end of the poem? 5. Have you ever been to a butcher's shop before, and if so, what did you see and learn?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 53-54
The Adventures of Explorers East, North, West, and Wet
The poem describes different directions and weather conditions while encouraging young kids to explore the world around them.
Talk about it 1. What kind of weather is described in the poem? 2. What are some different directions mentioned in the poem? 3. What kind of activities can you do when it's wet outside? 4. Why is it important to explore and discover the world around us? 5. What is your favorite part of the poem and why?
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Poem New Concept English Lesson 55-56
Lost in the Forest
The poem celebrates the joys of living together as a family, even when doing mundane tasks such as housework, and highlights the importance of taking a break and spending time with loved ones.
Talk about it 1. What are some of the chores that families usually do together? 2. How do you feel when you spend time with your family? 3. Why do you think it's important to take a break and relax during the day? 4. How do you like to spend time with your family? 5. Can you think of a time when your family worked together to accomplish a task?
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