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A way to boost imagination, to learn the intricacies of how words sound along with
the phonetics behind it all that make a poem lyrical and sweet sounding, all of this is
gained through a regular discussion and exposure to the magical world of poetry. Here
are some short english poems for kids.
How to Choose Poems for Kids?
The first and foremost thing of consideration is how to select a poem for kids. For
that, you have to keep in mind that the aim of introducing poetry to a child is to help
him/her appreciate and cultivate some admiration towards poetry. You should aim at
rendering a positive approach towards poetry, thus, you should select a poem that is
easy to remember and understand. You can pick up a topic that both, you and your kid
relate to and enjoy together. Short poems are one of the best options to start with
because they can be easily memorised and enjoyed by children. To help you begin, we
have compiled different poems for your kid, which are fun to recite, but also have
great instructional value for your kids.
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Benefits Of Poems For Kids
1. Boosts Vocabulary
Poems are a fun and engaging way for kids to learn new words and expand their
vocabulary.
2. Enhances Imagination
Poems encourage children to use their imagination and creativity to visualize what’s
being described in the poem.
3. Develops Memory
Memorizing and reciting poems can help kids improve their memory skills, which can
come in handy for school and beyond.
4. Improves Reading Skills
Reading poems out loud can help children improve their pronunciation, diction, and
overall reading fluency.
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5. Sparks Emotions
Poems have the power to evoke strong emotions in children and help them connect
with their feelings in a meaningful way.
6. Cultivates Appreciation for Literature
Introducing children to poetry at a young age can help them develop an appreciation
for literature that will last a lifetime.
7. Encourages Self-expression
Writing their own poems or interpreting existing ones can give kids a platform to
express themselves in a unique and creative way.
Famous Short Poems for Children
If you want your kid to learn some famous poems, here is a compilation of some
famous, fun poems for kids.
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1. Mary Had a Little Lamb
Mary had a little lamb,
Little lamb, little lamb,
Mary had a little lamb,
Its fleece was white as snow,
And every where that Mary went,
Mary went, Mary went,
Everywhere that Mary went,
The lamb was sure to go;
He followed her to school one day,
School one day, school one day,
He followed her to school one day,
Which was against the rule;
It made the children laugh and play,
Laugh and play, laugh and play,
It made the children laugh and play,
To see a lamb at school,
And so the teacher turned him out,
Turned him out, turned him out,
So the teacher turned him out,
But still he lingered near,
And waited patiently about,
Patiently about, patiently about,
Waited patiently about,
Till Mary did appear;
“Why does the lamb love Mary so?
Mary so, Mary so,
Why does the lamb love Mary so?”
The eager children cried;
“Why Mary loves the lamb, you know,
Lamb you know, lamb you know,
Why Mary loves the lamb, you know”
The teacher did reply;
Mary had a little lamb,
Little lamb, little lamb,
Mary had a little lamb,
Its fleece was white as snow.