Online Resources:
* Poetry Foundation: This website has a vast collection of poems, including many that would be appropriate for school. Use their search function to find poems by theme, age group, or poet.
* Poetry Out Loud: This organization promotes poetry recitation and has a large library of poems, including many that are short and accessible.
* ReadWriteThink: This website has a variety of educational resources, including a section on poetry. They offer a variety of poems for different age groups.
* Google: Use search terms like "short poems for school," "poems for elementary school," or "middle school poetry."
* Pinterest: You can find lots of inspiration for short school poems on Pinterest.
Books:
* Anthologies: Look for poetry anthologies geared towards children or teens. These collections often feature a variety of short poems with different themes.
* Children's Literature: Many picture books and children's novels contain poems. Check your local library or bookstore for titles that include poetry.
Remember to consider:
* Age Appropriateness: Choose poems that are age-appropriate for your students. Younger children may enjoy rhyming poems with simple language, while older students may be interested in poems with more complex themes.
* Theme: Choose poems that fit the theme or unit of study you are exploring in class.
* Readability: Select poems that are easy for your students to understand and read aloud.
Have fun exploring poetry with your students!