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Jabberwocky: How to Break Down the Poem for KS2

Jabberwocky: How to Break Down the Poem for KS2

Jabberwocky is a narrative poem by Lewis Carroll. It is about a hero who slays a fierce creature called the Jabberwock. The poem is often described as a nonsense poem as it contains numerous made up words. However, though parts of the poem appear to be gibberish, the style in which it is written means that the reader is able to decipher meaning and storyline. Lewis Carroll included the poem his 1871 novel ‘Alice through the Looking Glass’. Download a free copy of the poem by clicking the button below.

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Posted by Karen Moncrieffe in General, Poetry

Simple Ways to Share ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas’ with Kids

 

Christmas is fast approaching! If you are thinking about which Christmas resources to use with children this year, consider sharing 'Twas the Night Before Christmas' by Clement Clarke Moore. This popular traditional poem, also known as 'A Visit from  St Nicholas', tells of Santa's arrival on  a snowy Christmas Eve described by an unknown observer. It is from this poem that many of the ideas held about Santa have derived.  Santa's cheery demeanor, rosy cheeks, snowy white beard and the names of his reindeer all come from this poem. Here are 7 simple ways to share this magical Christmas poem with children.

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Posted by Karen Moncrieffe in General, Poetry, Seasonal