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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 Z: Volcanoes
The Sleepy Caldera and its Geyser Surprises
A dormant caldera with a crater filled with debris is home to geysers that burst and magma that pulls, reminding us of the hidden power in the land of fire and steam.
Talk about it 1. What is a caldera and what is it filled with? 2. Why is the caldera in the story considered "dormant"? 3. What are geysers and what do they do? 4. What is the surge cloud in the story? 5. How does the surge cloud show the power in the land of fire and steam? 6. Can you think of any real-life examples of geysers and calderas? 7. Why do you think it's important to learn about geysers, calderas, and magma?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary Z: What Is Water Worth
Saving Our World: A Journey to a Sustainable Future
Saving Our World: A Journey to a Sustainable Future" is a poem about the importance of conserving resources, reducing pollution, and creating a sustainable world to preserve the ecosystem for future generations.
Talk about it 1. Why is it important to conserve resources? 2. How does pollution affect the environment and its creatures? 3. What is carbon dioxide and why is it harmful to the environment? 4. How can we reduce pollution and purify the air and water? 5. What is a sustainable world and why is it important for future generations? 6. What can you do to help the ecosystem and make our world a better place?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary Z: Word Smith Private I Rhyme Crime
A World of Wordplay: A Poem for Young Kids
A whimsical poem introduces young kids to six language concepts: simile, alliteration, haiku, idiom, synonym, and antonym.
Talk about it 1. Can you name one thing that simile compares in the poem? 2. What is alliteration and can you give an example from the poem? 3. How many syllables are in a haiku? 4. What is the meaning of the idiom "It's raining cats and dogs"? 5. Can you think of a synonym for the word "big"? 6. What is the opposite of the word "hot"? 7. Can you write a haiku of your own using nature as the subject? 8. Can you think of any other idioms you've heard before? 9. Can you write a sentence using alliteration? 10. Can you think of something to compare to a butterfly using simile?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary Z: You Can Print iWhati
Exploring the World of Technology and Engineering
A poem introducing young kids to the concepts of data, industrial technology, engineering, particles, digital, and three-dimensional objects through simple and fun language.
Talk about it 1. What is data? 2. What is industrial technology used for? 3. What do engineers do? 4. What are particles? 5. What is digital technology? 6. What does three-dimensional mean? 7. Can you think of any examples of technology that you use in your daily life? 8. What do you think engineers will create in the future? 9. How do you think data and technology will continue to shape our world? 10. What do you want to learn more about related to technology and engineering?
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Poem RAZ Vocabulary Z: Zoos Through the Ages
The Zoo's Enrichment Adventure
A founder starts a zoo where the animals live in captivity but with trials and errors, their lives are filled with enrichment and joy.
Talk about it 1. What was the founder's goal for the zoo? 2. How did the founder make sure the animals lived happily in captivity? 3. What was the trial and error process like for the founder? 4. How did the animals' lives change with the enrichment activities? 5. Can you think of other ways the animals in the zoo could be enriched?
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Poem campsite
Camping Adventures with Comfort and Care
Camping Adventures with Comfort and Care" is a story about the joys of a camping trip in a comfortable camp van, complete with toilets, kitchen, showers, reception, cabin, dishwashing facilities, decks for play, and a refreshing awning.
Talk about it 1. What is the main theme of the story "Camping Adventures with Comfort and Care"? 2. What kind of facilities does the camp van have? 3. Why is the reception important in the story? 4. How does the awning help the characters in the story? 5. What is the importance of washing dishes in the story? 6. What is the message you can learn from the story "Camping Adventures with Comfort and Care"?
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Poem Let's GO 0: Unit 2 Colors
The Colors of Life: A Rainbow Adventure
The story is about the appreciation of the different colors in the world and how they bring joy and beauty to our lives.
Talk about it 1. What are some of the colors mentioned in the story? 2. Where can we see these colors in our daily lives? 3. What is the importance of colors in our world? 4. How does the author feel about the different colors? 5. What does the author want us to remember about the colors in our world?
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Poem Let's GO 0: Unit 3 Shapes
Shapes Adventure: Discovering the Unique Beauty of Each
Shapes Adventure" is a fun and educational journey exploring the unique qualities and characteristics of various shapes including square, circle, diamond, rectangle, triangle, oval, heart, and star.
Talk about it 1. Can you name all the shapes mentioned in the story? 2. Which shape is your favorite and why? 3. Can you give an example of something that is shaped like a square or a triangle? 4. What makes the oval unique compared to other shapes? 5. How does the heart shape show love? 6. Can you think of any real-life objects that are shaped like a circle or a diamond? 7. Can you draw a rectangle and a star? 8. What do you think the author meant when they said the star shines like a wish come true? 9. Can you think of a creative way to use all the shapes together in a project or artwork?
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Poem Let's GO 0: Unit 5 Animals
A World of Wonder: A Collection of Creatures
A World of Wonder" showcases the unique qualities and playful interactions of dogs, ducks, cats, birds, cows, and rabbits, highlighting the diversity and joy that these creatures bring to our world.
Talk about it 1. Who are some of the animals featured in the story? 2. What are some of the things that dogs, ducks, cats, birds, cows, and rabbits do in the story? 3. How do the animals play and interact with each other in the story? 4. Why is the world a happier place because of these creatures? 5. Can you think of any other animals that you would like to see added to this story?
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Poem Let's GO 0: Unit 7 My Body
The Amazing Adventure of Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes
The story celebrates the important role of different body parts and encourages children to be active and appreciate their bodies.
Talk about it 1. What are the different body parts mentioned in the story? 2. What do each of these body parts help us do? 3. Why is it important to appreciate and take care of our bodies? 4. How can we show our bodies that we are grateful for what they can do? 5. Can you think of any other body parts that are important to us? 6. Can you think of any activities or exercises that would help us take care of our bodies? 7. What do you think the story wants to teach us about our bodies?
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Poem Let's GO 1: Unit 3 At the Store
The Magic of a Pencil Case: A Story of Colors and Creativity
A young child discovers the unlimited creative potential of their pencil case filled with colorful markers, crayons, and notebooks, as they use their imagination to bring their ideas to life.
Talk about it 1. What does the pencil case in the story represent? 2. How does the child feel about their collection of markers, crayons, and notebooks? 3. What can you create with the different colors in the pencil case? 4. Why is it important to have a place to store your art supplies? 5. How does the child use their imagination in the story? 6. What is the significance of the title of the story? 7. How does the story inspire you to be creative? 8. Can you think of any other items that you would like to have in your own pencil case?
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Poem Let's GO 1: Unit 4 People at Home
A Family Full of Love
A loving family consisting of a grandfather, grandmother, father, mother, baby sister, sister, brother, and baby brother live happily together, filled with love and laughter.
Talk about it 1. Who are the members of the family in the story? 2. How does the grandfather and grandmother show their love for each other? 3. What is the baby sister like in the story? 4. What role do the sister and brother play in the family? 5. How does the baby brother make the family even more special? 6. What is the most important thing in this family, according to the story? 7. How do you think the family stays so close and happy together? 8. What can we learn from the story about the importance of family?
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Poem Let's GO 1: Unit 6 Outdoors
The Joys of Nature: A Walk in the Park
The Joys of Nature: A Walk in the Park" is a celebration of the beauty of the sky, flowers, trees, puddles and the magic of nature through the eyes of a child.
Talk about it 1. What do you see in the sky? 2. What colors do the flowers have? 3. How do the branches of the tree look? 4. What do you see in the puddle? 5. What sounds do the leaves in the trees make? 6. What do the flowers say to the child in the story? 7. What is the best part of the walk in the park? 8. Can you think of any other things you might see on a walk in the park? 9. What do you think the child in the story feels about the beauty of nature? 10. What is the message of the story?
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Poem Let's GO 1: Unit 8 Animals
A World of Friends
A world of creatures, including cats, birds, frogs, dogs, and rabbits, play and live together in harmony.
Talk about it 1. Who are the creatures in the story? 2. What do the dogs and cats like to do in the story? 3. How do the birds and the frog play in the story? 4. What happens when the day is over in the story? 5. What kind of place is described in the story?
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Poem Let's GO 2: Unit 1 At School
A Day in the Classroom: A Collection of School Supplies
A poem about everyday school supplies, including a calendar, pencil sharpener, door, paper clip, window, clock, picture, and workbook, highlights their importance in a classroom setting.
Talk about it 1. What is the purpose of the calendar in the classroom? 2. How does the pencil sharpener help students learn? 3. What does the paper clip do for the students? 4. What does the window let in to the classroom? 5. What does the clock help us keep track of? 6. What is the picture on the wall a reminder of? 7. What kind of tasks do we complete in the workbook? 8. How do all of these supplies work together in the classroom? 9. What would the classroom be like without these supplies? 10. How do these supplies help us learn and grow as students?
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Poem Let's GO 2: Unit 2 My Things
Treasures in My Pocket
Treasures in My Pocket" is a story about the joy and excitement of having various small possessions, such as a key, comic book, music player, camera, and candy bar, in one's pocket.
Talk about it 1. What are some of the items in the story that the author thinks are important to have in their pocket? 2. What is your favorite item from the list of things mentioned in the story? 3. What would you like to add to your own pocket treasure collection? 4. How do you think the different items help make life more fun and enjoyable? 5. Can you think of a time when you had a similar experience of finding joy in small things like the author of the story?
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Poem Let's GO 2: Unit 4 Occupations
The Many Jobs That Make the World Go Round
The story is about the different jobs that people have, highlighting their importance and how they all contribute to making the world a better place.
Talk about it 1. What are some of the different jobs mentioned in the story? 2. Which job do you think is the most important? Why? 3. Can you think of any other jobs that were not mentioned in the story? 4. How do you think the different jobs in the story help make the world a better place? 5. If you could choose any job in the world, what would you want to be when you grow up? 6. What do you think makes a job special and worthwhile? 7. Can you think of any ways that people with different jobs can work together to solve problems?
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Poem Let's GO 2: Unit 5 Things to Eat
A Delicious Day: A Story of Treats for Kids
A Delicious Day: A Story of Treats for Kids" is a poem that celebrates the joys of hot chocolate, pancakes, omelets, tea, pears, yogurt, peaches, grapes, and cereal.
Talk about it 1. What is your favorite treat mentioned in the poem? 2. Can you name all the treats mentioned in the poem? 3. Which treat would you like to try for the first time? 4. What is your favorite way to enjoy hot chocolate? 5. What makes pancakes so special? 6. Can you think of any other tasty foods to add to the poem? 7. How does the poem make you feel about trying new foods? 8. If you could have a feast with all these treats, what else would you want to include?
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Poem Let's GO 2: Unit 6 My House
The Comforts of Home: A Young Child's Delight
This is a story that describes the various comfortable and familiar items in a child's home, including a bathtub, stove, sofa, bed, lamp, refrigerator, sink, and TV, creating a warm and peaceful environment.
Talk about it 1. What is your favorite item described in the story? 2. Can you describe your own bathroom and kitchen at home? 3. What do you like to do on the sofa in front of the TV? 4. How does the lamp in the story help make the living room cozy? 5. Can you imagine what it would be like to sleep on a bed made of clouds? 6. What kind of food do you think might be in the refrigerator in the story? 7. What do you think a sink is used for in the bathroom? 8. Can you think of any other items that would make a house feel like a home?
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Poem Let's GO 2: Unit 7 Routines
A Busy Day for a Bright Kid
A young child has a busy day filled with activities including taking a bath, talking on the phone, brushing teeth, eating breakfast, washing their face, combing their hair, getting dressed, eating dinner, studying English, doing homework, and watching TV.
Talk about it 1. What is the main character's daily routine? 2. What is the most important meal of the day for the main character? 3. What is the main character learning in English class? 4. What is the main character's favorite activity during the day? 5. What does the main character do after dinner? 6. Why is it important for the main character to take a bath, brush their teeth and wash their face? 7. What is the main character's goal for the day?
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Poem Let's GO 2: Unit 8 Doing Things
A World of Fun at Home
The story highlights the various activities that can be enjoyed at home, including drawing, running, singing, dancing, swimming, walking, sleeping, and reading.
Talk about it 1. Which activity mentioned in the story do you enjoy the most? 2. What is your favorite thing to do when you're at home? 3. Can you think of any other activities you can do at home besides the ones mentioned in the story? 4. How do you feel when you're running fast or singing a tune? 5. Why is it important to have fun at home? 6. What do you think the story means by "life is short, and meant to be"? 7. Can you think of a time when you tried a new activity at home? 8. How do you feel when you're sleeping and dreaming?
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Poem Let's GO 3: Unit 4 Occupations
Choosing Your Future: A World of Possibilities
A poem encouraging young children to explore the various careers they can choose from and pick one that they love for a fulfilling future.
Talk about it 1. What are some of the jobs mentioned in the poem? 2. What is the message of the poem? 3. What kind of job would you like to have when you grow up? 4. Why is it important to pick a job that you love? 5. What are some of the things you would like to make or fix when you grow up? 6. Who is your favorite character in the poem and why? 7. Can you name any other jobs that are not mentioned in the poem? 8. How does the poem inspire you to think about your future? 9. What do you think you'll be good at when you grow up? 10. What do you think is the most important thing to consider when choosing a job?
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Poem Let's GO 3: Unit 5 Activities
A Day of Learning and Play: A School Adventure
A Day of Learning and Play" is a story about a young student's journey through music, computer, swimming, art, math, and English classes, followed by a nap and playtime outside, capturing the joy and excitement of learning and growing in school.
Talk about it 1. What is your favorite class in school and why? 2. What did you learn in each of the classes mentioned in the story? 3. How do you feel after taking a nap in school? 4. What do you like to do when you play outside with your friends? 5. Can you think of any other classes that might be fun to have in school? 6. What do you think is the most important thing about going to school? 7. Why do you think it is important to learn new things every day? 8. How do you think you can apply what you learn in school to your everyday life?
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Poem Let's GO 3: Unit 6 What Time Is It?
A Day in the Life of a Young Learner
A young learner starts their day with breakfast and a grin, follows a schedule of doing homework, participating in gymnastics and playing tennis, learning through reading e-mail and studying English, and ends the day with a reminder to always do their best and never give up on their dreams.
Talk about it Here are a few questions you can ask kids to think about the story: 1. What does the young learner usually do in the morning? 2. What does the young learner always remember to do? 3. What activities does the young learner enjoy doing besides homework? 4. What does the young learner sometimes do to relax? 5. What does the young learner learn through reading e-mail and studying English? 6. What is the message the young learner receives at the end of the day? 7. How can you apply the message in your own life?
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