Poems For Kids

Old Morgan had a lovely harp But he was no musician. One day a man called at his door Upon a curious mission. I’m very hungry”, said the man “Just hear my tummy rumble.” “Come in,” said Morgan, “take a seat, I’m not the man to grumble.” I’iv eaten nothing,” said the man “I’m as empty as a drum.” “Sit …

Knock, knock, the postman’s here. Bringing news from far and near. Oh! Postman quickly see, Is there a letter waiting for me?

National Anthem of Canada: “O Canada” (English 1928) O Canada! Our home and native land! True patriot love in all thy sons command. With glowing hearts we see thee rise, The True North strong and free! From far and wide, O Canada, we stand on guard for thee. God keep our land glorious and free! O Canada, we stand on …

I’m Norman the Newt. Don’t you think I am smart? With my spots and my frills I might make you start, For I look like a dragon- But don’t get a fright, I only eat insects So you’ll be alright! ∼ Porter G., Hilda Offen, Pradera, Esme Eve, Alan Jesset, Richard Hooke

The day that all the world went dark, We were safe inside the ark. And when the land had turned to mud, Noah saved us from the flood. Because he’d done as he was told, We were safe inside the hold. He led us in just two by two, Until the ark looked like a zoo. And now good children …

As the new day dawns, and the previous year’s gone, we enter into the next millennium. It’s a whole fresh new year, to start it with no fear, to get out hopes fulfilled, in the next millennium. To follow the good values, to change our attitude and not abuse, as we enter the next millennium. To have to people know …

The greatest gift we will ever know is a child, born to love and grow. Conception is a miracle in itself; the start of new life and good health. Such a treasure your precious child is, who will thrive on every hug and kiss. Hold them close and sing them songs; they will only be a child for so long. …

My mommy helps me when I’m sick. My mommy helps me when I’m blue. My mommy helps me when I’m sad. Thanks, Mom, for all that you do! You help, you help, You help me feel so much better. You help, you help, You help me feel so much better. Sung to: “My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean” Mother’s Day …

In my house there’s a room. And in that room, there’s a bed. And on that bed, There’s a tiny little teddy bear. With a very bad cold in his head. Aah choo, Aah choo, Aah choo! Excuse me. ∼ Sanjay Ahluwalia

There are bird-nests in trees, And hives for bees. Kennels for dogs, And ponds for frogs. There are cages for birds, And barns for herds. Houses for cats, And holes for rats. Each has a house, Yes, even a mouse. But there’s never a home, Better than my own. ∼ Sanjay Ahluwalia