Section: «Short Poems for Kids»

The Gravy Boat Parade by Siobhan Alvarez-Borland
 The peas are marching two by two,The carrots dance in line,The mashed potatoes wave hello—“This dinner sure is fine!”The gravy boat floats proudly..
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The Gravy Boat Parade by Siobhan Alvarez-Borland
 The peas are marching two by two,The carrots dance in line,The mashed potatoes wave hello—“This dinner sure is fine!”The gravy boat floats proudly..
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Thanksgiving Table (Inspired by Richard Blanco)
 The Thanksgiving table stretches wide,With food and stories served with pride.Delicious food, a delicious meal,But deeper still the thanks we..
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Wild Turkeys Run by Siobhan Alvarez-Borland
 Wild turkeys in the forest,Marching one by one,“We’ll dodge that oven’s shadow,”“We’ll hide until it’s done!” They waddle through the orchard,They..
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A Poem Inspired by Edgar Albert Guest
 “Thanksgiving’s not just turkey,”Said Edgar Albert Guest,“It’s hugs and jokes and caring,And always doing your best.”So I help set the table,I share..
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The Last Slice (A Thanksgiving Dilemma) by Siobhan Alvarez-Borland
 Who gets the final slice of pie?Grandma says “Don’t ask me why,”Uncle Joe points at the cat,But we all know she’s not up for that.A stare-off starts..
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The Loudest String by Siobhan Alvarez-Borland
 I sang so loud at dinner,My mashed potatoes flew,My cousin plucked the gravy boatAnd strummed it like a kazoo. My uncle played the turkey leg,My..
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Tis Nature’s Call (Inspired by Emily Dickinson)
 The corn is husked, the fields laid bare,The geese are flying fast—Tis nature’s call to gather closeBefore the cold has passed.The orchard sleeps..
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Turkey Time Tangle by Siobhan Alvarez-Borland
The turkey wore a tutu,The mashed potatoes flew—Aunt Sally spilled the gravy,And the dog barked “WOO-HOO!”The tablecloth’s a canvas,Our feast a work..
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A Slice of Thanks by Siobhan Alvarez-Borland
 I’m thankful for my cozy bed,My pillow and my toes,I’m thankful for warm sweatersAnd for frosting on my nose.I’m thankful for my pumpkin pie,My..
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At Grandfather’s House by Siobhan Alvarez-Borland
 Over the hills to grandfather’s house,Through wind and falling snow,We carry pie and cranberry sauce,With cheeks all aglow.The harvest moon is..
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Gobble Gobble Giggles
 Gobble gobble gobbles,That’s the turkey’s tune,He struts around the backyard,Singing “dinner’s coming soon!”His red snood bobs so proudly,He’s quite..
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Happy Veterans Day
With flags and smiles,We shout “Hooray!”To honor heroesOn this day!Thank you all for what you do —America is proud of you!
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A Veteran’s Heart
Strong and kind,So brave and smart,You served our landWith all your heart.
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Freedom’s Brave
You gave your time,You gave your best,You stood for freedom,Just like the rest.We honor you this special day,And thank you in our sweetest way!
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Our Heroes
They fought for peace,For me and you,They kept our flagRed, white, and blue!
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Thank You, Soldiers
You marched with pride,So brave and true,Dear veterans,We thank you!
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The Kindness Song
Be sweet, be kind, in all you do,Let love and laughter shine through you.For every heart you warm today,Will make your own Sweetest Day!
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Love in a Wrapper
Chocolate hearts and lollipops too,Sweetest Day is made for you!Give a treat, a smile, a cheer,To all the friends that you hold dear!
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Sweet Hugs
A hug, a kiss, a card so bright,Can make a heart feel pure delight.No gold or jewels can ever say,What love we share on Sweetest Day!
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Sharing is Sweet
Sharing candy, sharing fun,Sharing smiles with everyone!Kindness grows in every way,That’s what makes a Sweetest Day!
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Kindness is Sweet
Sweet words and sweet hugs,Sweet smiles that we show,Make this world brighter,Wherever we go.So let’s spread some kindness,In all that we say —And..
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Sweet as Can Be
Cookies and cupcakes,Yummy and neat,Sweetest Day’s coming,So bring on the treat!But sweeter than candy,Or ice cream today,Is love that we shareOn..
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A Day for Kind Hearts
It’s not just for candy,Or chocolate so fine,It’s for being caring,And showing you’re kind.A hug, a smile,A card that will say,“I love you so much..
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Sweetest Day Smiles
Roses are red,Candy is sweet,On Sweetest Day,Be kind to all you meet!Share your joy,In every way,And have a happy Sweetest Day!
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