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This is such a funny old favourite poem of mine. When I saw these lovely animal flautists I remembered the poem and had to combine them! This is a fantastic poem for children to learn off by heart, because it is great fun to say out loud and always gets a good response. It's quite tricky to say, too, so it is a good one for encouraging children to develop their diction.
The poem "Arithmetic" by Carl Sandburg was written many years ago but children will still find it funny now - especially those who love maths and hate maths! Here's a printable version.
Here's a pretty printable version of this lovely, simple poem by Christina Rossetti: Hurt No Living Thing.
We have a comprehension activity to go with the poem.
The Tyger by William Blake has been one of our favourite poems since childhood. As it was written in 1794 its language is a little difficult for children to understand these days, but it is worth persevering.
