Poetry Teatime Books and Hints

We've been experimenting with Poetry Teatime. (Examining literature, Australian Curriculum, Year 3.)

This was definitely a mum-initiated activity that the kids totally rejected have warmed to gradually.

During the process, I have discovered a few things that make it more likely to succeed.

1) Yummy treats! Sometimes we have iced tea, biscuits, hot chocolates... toasted marshmallows are a favourite!

2) Set the scene with a beautiful tablecloth, crockery and centrepiece.

3) Invest in a collection of amusing and moving poetry books, including children's books and foreign language books.  Our picks are:

• Unreal Banana Peel 
• Read-Aloud Poems for Young People by Glorya Hale

You could also include some songs and some poetry written by your family!

Here is a video with more book suggestions (plus a cute recital by Roo and my favourite short poem!)

What are your favourite poems?  Please share them with us in the comments!

Poetry is a great way to get into Nature Study.  To find out more, try our Nature Study post.  If you want more book recommendations, check out our Maths Books Plus Pi Pie.