National Poetry Month - Poem in my Pocket Day
April is National Poetry Month and one of the highlights of this fun celebration is 'Poem in my Pocket Day', observed on April 26th! Get your preschoolers into the spirit with a this fun exercise...
Supplies You'll Need
- {click the link for a FREE pocket template download}
- Card stock in assorted colors
- Yarn
Create pocket shaped booklets for each of your students, sending them home with the following instructions:
Have your parents help you choose a favorite family poem. Working together, write the poem in your booklet, finding clip art or using your drawing skills to illustrate it. Bring you 'Poem in my Pocket' booklet back on April 26th to share with the class!
When finished, display the booklets in the classroom and hallway for peers, parents, and teachers to enjoy!