National Poetry Day Booklist
Updated: Sep 24
National Poetry Day is a great chance to make more room for poetry in the classroom. From playful rhymes to poems exploring big feelings and ideas, poetry can spark laughter, imagination and discussion. We’ve gathered some favourite poetry books to help pupils discover new voices and poems they love.
For Readers Aged 3-5
The Puffin Book of Fantastic First Poems
by June Crebbin
The Puffin Book of Fantastic First Poems is a wonderful first poetry collection filled with playful, memorable verses that introduce young children to the joy of rhyme and rhythm.
Oi Frog!
by Kes Grey
Oi Frog is a hilarious rhyming adventure where Frog discovers the funny rules of where different animals are supposed to sit.
A Great Big Cuddle
By Michael Rosen
A Great Big Cuddle is a joyful collection of playful poems celebrating the sounds, silliness, and everyday wonders of early childhood.
For Readers Aged 6-8
I Am The Seed That Grew The Tree
by Fiona Waters
I am The Seed That Grew The Tree is a beautifully illustrated collection of 366 nature poems that celebrates the changing seasons and the natural world.
Please Mrs Butler
by Allan Ahlberg
Please Mrs Butler is a funny and affectionate collection of school poems capturing the everyday adventures, worries, and triumphs of children.
My Beautiful Voice
by Joseph Coelho
My Beautiful Voice is a heartfelt poetic story about finding confidence, discovering your voice, and expressing yourself through words
For Readers Aged 9-11
Let's Chase Stars Together
by Matt Goodfellow
A heartfelt collection of poems that captures the joys, challenges, and emotions of growing up, exploring friendship, family, school, and finding your place in the world with honesty, humour, and hope.
A Poem For Every Night Of The Year
by Allie Esiri
A Poem For Every Night Of The Year is a beautifully curated poetry anthology offering a perfect poem for every evening, from classic favourites to contemporary voices.
