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		<description><![CDATA[In Class 1, we enjoy learning and reciting poems each day through &lsquo;The Poetry Basket&rsquo;. Over time, children learn new poems with actions, gradually building a &lsquo;library&rsquo; of poems that they can confidently perform.

What does this look like?

 Daily repetition: Children revisit the same poem throughout the week, helping it become familiar and memorable.

 Actions and expression: We use actions, rhythm and intonation to bring each poem to life.

 Short, memorable poems: Carefully chosen poems (often 4&ndash;8 lines) make learning accessible and enjoyable for all children.

Why do we use Poetry Basket? Learning poetry together supports many important areas of early development:

 Language and vocabulary Children encounter new words in a meaningful context and often begin to predict their meanings independently.

 Phonological awareness (early reading skills) Hearing and repeating rhyme, rhythm and syllables helps children tune into the sounds of language&mdash;an essential foundation for reading.

 Memory and pattern recognition Repetition strengthens memory and helps children recognise patterns, supporting both literacy and early mathematical thinking.

 Confidence and communication Children grow in confidence as they recite poems together, and many begin to perform independently with expression and pride.

 Inclusive and accessible Actions and repetition support all children to participate fully.

 Connection and enjoyment Reciting poetry together is a shared, joyful experience that builds a sense of belonging within the class.

Most importantly&hellip; Poetry Basket makes language fun, memorable and meaningful&mdash;helping children develop a lifelong love of words. We hope you enjoy watching the videos of the children performing their poems. They really capture the joy, confidence and expression that develop over time.
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