Teacher: Nadia Khan

Poetry Grade 1/2

A Grade 1–2 poetry course is more than an introduction to rhymes — it’s an early doorway into imagination, language confidence, and joyful self‑expression. At this age, students are naturally curious and playful with words. Poetry harnesses that energy and turns it into meaningful learning that strengthens reading, creativity, and communication.

Why Poetry Matters for Young Learners

• Language Confidence — Poetry exposes students to rich vocabulary, simple structures, and memorable patterns. This helps early readers build fluency and recognize how words work together.

• Creative Play — Young children love rhythm, repetition, and silly sounds. Poetry encourages them to experiment with language, unlocking imagination and building a lifelong love of reading.

• Early Critical Thinking — Even simple poems invite students to notice details, make connections, and interpret meaning — foundational skills for all future learning.

• Sensory Awareness — Poetry helps students tune into the world around them. They learn to describe what they see, hear, feel, taste, and smell, strengthening descriptive writing and observation skills.

• Emotional Expression — Poetry gives young learners a safe, fun way to express feelings and ideas, helping them build emotional vocabulary and confidence.

What Students Will Learn in This 8‑Week Course

• Reading Poems — Students learn how to approach short poems, notice patterns, and understand meaning.

• Types of Poetry — From acrostics to shape poems, students explore forms that spark creativity.

• Figures of Speech — They begin identifying simple devices like similes and onomatopoeia.

• Sensory Details — Students learn how poets use the five senses to bring writing to life.

• Rhythm and Rhyme — Through clapping, chanting, and reading aloud, students discover the musicality of poetry.

A list of craft supplies needed for this class will be uploaded to the classroom. These hands‑on activities help students connect poetry with art, movement, and creativity.

**Please note that the following date will be a public holiday: March 29th, 2027

Refund Policy

If you choose to withdraw from the course, please see below:

March 10th:  90% refund

March 20th: 50% refund

After the first class:  50% credit or 25% refund