<p>This booklet contains 8 poems with 8 corresponding activities, chosen based off this years National Poetry day theme: counting.</p> <p>The booklet contains fun activities and accessibly poems for KS2, KS3, KS4.</p> <p>The booklet encourages pupils to enjoy poetry without analysis and to write similar poetry of their own.</p>

<p>A set of poems with a ‘counting’ theme for National Poetry Day 2024.</p> <p>Also a slide deck for a lesson, can be adapted to suit any age group.</p> <p>Enjoy!</p> <p>*Please like and review my resources. Thank you.</p>

<p>National Poetry Day KS1 and KS2 Assembly.<br /> A simply written whole school assembly to cover the main aspects of National Poetry Day which can be used in the days preceding or on 3rd October.<br /> Power-point of 27 slides which include:<br /> Suggested music, video clip and hymns.<br /> Short poetry task using suggestions from the pupils after listening to an audio sound effect. (Teacher instructions included in red).<br /> What are poems?<br /> 5 short poems or extracts to demonstrate 5 different poetry structures.<br /> Using figurative language and example extracts from poems. (alliteration, simile etc)<br /> About National Poetry Day and the theme of ‘counting’ and some ideas to explore including song link ‘Count on me’ Bruno Mars.<br /> Some ideas that people may do on National Poetry Day plus three suggestions for your school (class, individual and whole school).<br /> Final prayer.<br /> Links well with topics on poetry, figurative language, creative writing, famous poets, feelings.</p>

<p>A POWERPOINT QUIZ OF FOUR ROUNDS, TOGETHER WITH AN ANSWER SHEET AND A POWERPOINT OF THE ANSWERS.<br /> ROUND ONE - POET? PLAYWRIGHT? OR BOTH<br /> ROUND TWO - WHO WROTE THE POEM?<br /> ROUND THREE - FILL IN THE BLANKS<br /> ROUND FOUR - TRUE OR FALSE?</p>

<p>In this resource students follow through the instructions that you read out to create their own poem.</p> <p>It would make a great activity for National Poetry Day, or as an introductory lesson to poetry. It’s lots of fun to do and pupils tend to enjoy it!</p> <p>It is best suited to a KS3 class and works for all abilities, but could be used for any class really (I have used it with KS5 who loved it!)</p> <p>N.B. I have included a Word Doc. and a PDF of the worksheet for your convenience.<br /> Did you find this resource helpful? Please consider leaving the resource a quick review to help others decide whether they should download it too. Thanks in advance :)</p>

<p>National Poetry Day Assembly. The assembly introduces pupils to Poetry .</p> <p>This pack contains a PPT (17 Slides) and a handout for you to make notes on each slide should you so wish.</p> <p>It includes:</p> <ul> <li>Poetry Facts</li> <li>YouTube Clips</li> <li>Discussion Points</li> <li>Reflective Quote</li> <li>OPTIONAL Christian Prayer</li> <li>Tutor Time suggestions</li> </ul> <p>Please join our Facebook groups for teacher chat, networking and exclusive freebies.</p> <p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/470689133304138/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">#teach</a><br /> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/290974614935085/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">#TeachRE</a><br /> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/217520122286139/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">#TeachChristianity</a><br /> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/289012374774377/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">#TeachJudaism</a><br /> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/290965531706167/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">#TeachScience</a><br /> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/289658218150345/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">#TeachPSHE &amp; RSE</a></p> <p>We would love your feedback, if you like what you see, please follow us at <a href="https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/TeachElite">TeachElite</a> and click the ‘Follow this Author button’ . We will keep you updated on any sales we throw or FREEBIES we upload.</p> <p>You can find us on <a href="https://twitter.com/TeachEliteRE" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a><br /> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TeachElite/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p>

A way into this year's theme - Freedom. Thinking routine to consider theme and some ideas to formulate poems.

<p>National Poetry Day reading comprehension pack. A detailed 2 page article that provides an overview of National Poetry Day and includes differentiated comprehension questions that focus on reading skills and language and structure analysis.</p> <p>It can be used in form time as part of literacy focus, or in an English lesson for KS3/4 GCSE comprehension training. It is interesting, useful, very easy to use and good way to combine Citizenship and English.</p>

<p>Ideas for NPD 2020</p>

<p>A bright and creative PowerPoint exploring this year’s National Poetry Day theme of ‘Change’. This lesson plan includes individual tasks and group / pair tasks. The lesson allows for exploration of a poem about change, analysing language and structure, as well as the opportunity for students to create their own poem in response to the theme of ‘Change’. This lesson will be perfect for KS3.</p>

<p>PPT Supporting the National Literacy Society KS2 resources.</p>

<p>This resource empowers teachers to seamlessly integrate poetry into the lives of their students, both inside and outside the traditional classroom setting.</p> <p>By utilizing this resource, students not only gain a comprehensive understanding of various poetry types, but also engage in deep introspection and recognize the profound influence poetry holds in their lives. They develop an appreciation for the countless benefits and sheer enchantment that poetry bestows upon them.</p> <p>Moreover, this activity serves as a catalyst for fostering creativity and fostering emotional awareness among students. It encourages them to unleash their imagination, explore their unique perspectives, and express themselves freely through the transformative power of poetry.</p> <p>Through this activity, students not only develop a deeper connection with the art form but also cultivate vital emotional intelligence skills that will serve them well beyond the classroom.</p> <p><strong>This resource includes:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Page 1: All About Poetry - Mind Map</li> <li>Page 2: Benefits of Reading Poetry</li> <li>Page 3: I Can Read Poems - 7 Days Challenge</li> <li>Page 4: Common Types of Poetry</li> <li>Page 5: Common Types of Poetry - Empty Template</li> <li>Page 6: My Poem</li> <li>Page 7: National Poetry Day Acrostic - Pennant</li> </ul> <p>"-------------------------------<br /> ★<strong>Related items:</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12734204"> Download the Spanish Version</a></li> </ul> <p>-------------------------------"</p> <p>"------------------------------<br /> ★ <strong>You may like these resources:</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12486842">Dr. Seuss / Theodore Seuss Geisel - Activity</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12731826">National Poetry Day Activities</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12396909">National Reading Day</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12398140">Nonfiction Books Activity</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12408064">Nonfiction Books Activity - Google Slides</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12536711">Paul Bunyan - Enjoy a Good Story</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12091820">World Book Day Activity</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12334480"> World Book Day Activity - Google Slides</a></li> </ul> <p>------------------------------"</p> <p><em>Happy National Poetry Day!</em></p>

<p>A ready to use unit based on this year’s theme: The Environment. This unit contains activities linked to three poems which feature on the NPD official website: Daisy Chain, Litter is Rubbish and Being True to Yourself. Pupils will learn about some poetic techniques and be given chances to apply this learning to little bursts of poetry before embarking on their final piece of poetry for this year’s event.</p>

<p>A free resource to share on National Poetry day that includes a variety of activities at different levels for KS2 primary, using famous poems. Activities become gradually harder as you work through the booklet. Ideal for a one off lesson or as a homework booklet/home-learning/tutoring resource.</p>

<p>An easy competition to run this National Poetry Day 2021.</p> <p>Students read the cento, focusing on this year’s theme of choice and then guess how many poems it is made from - the answer is 12!</p>

<p>This is made as a PowerPoint to celebrate National Poetry Day but could also be used for tutor time literacy, intervention work or as a fun poetry club activity. Students are asked to look at circle poems with the theme of the environment in mind. This is a fun and versatile activity for all students.</p>

<p>A lesson for this year’s National Poetry Day 2020, on the theme of ‘Vision’.</p> <p>Encourages students to writer and perform a poem.</p>

A presentation for primary-aged pupils on National Poetry Day in October. This is a 13 slide presentation, which looks at National Poetry Day, looks at examples of dfferent types of poems, contains fun facts and a 5 question quiz with answers. <br /> <br /> As well as for assemblies, this resource can also be used for a general introduction to poetry. <br /> <br /> If you have any questions or need any support, send me a message and I'll do anything I can to help. My resources use English spelling. <br /> <br /> Please do review any resources that you download - many thanks!

A fun poetry analysis and writing activity lesson (or two lessons) based on The Dentist and the Crocodile by Roald Dahl. This detailed presentation analyses language and puctuation features at word level, there is dictionary work and a range of poetry or creative writing tasks linked to the poem for the pupils to choose from. Includes opportunities for self and peer assessment with target setting and review slide. Ideal for primary Y5 and 6 or KS3.

<p>Grab your students’ attention with this colourful A3 book poster, celebrating this year’s National Poetry Day on 3rd October!</p> <p>The poster showcases a total of 24 fantastic poetry-related books - a mix of author collections, anthologies and verse novels! Each book is labelled with the book type, as well as the book’s title and lead author/compiler.</p> <p>Most books have been published within the past five years, and are diverse, accessible and inclusive. All books are suitable for secondary school students. Those marked ‘YA’ are ideally for students aged 13+ due to content.</p> <p>Pop this resource up in your classroom, library or communal areas to encourage reading for pleasure and a culture of reading at your school!</p> <p>For more reading related resources, please take a look at my shop.</p>