{"id":356,"date":"2021-06-23T12:31:43","date_gmt":"2021-06-23T12:31:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/?p=356"},"modified":"2021-10-15T07:07:19","modified_gmt":"2021-10-15T07:07:19","slug":"must-read-classic-poems-for-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/blog\/book-recommendations\/must-read-classic-poems-for-children\/","title":{"rendered":"Must-Read Classic Poems for Children"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Poetry is an integral part of a child\u2019s education. When a child studies poetry, it allows them to see animals, emotions, nature, and people through the lens of imagery. The world looks completely different through the eyes of a poet! Good poetry can make young readers feel emotions they\u2019ve never felt, inspire them to make changes, and open their minds to beauty. You could choose many types of poetry for your child, but classic poems stand the test of time. Here are a few famous classic poems.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>1. <em>A Book of Nonsense<\/em> by Edward Lear<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This book of poetry was originally published in 1846, yet it\u2019s easy for elementary students to comprehend. <em><a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/book\/a-book-of-nonsense-lear-edward-9780375712791\/\">A Book of Nonsense<\/a><\/em> is full of funny poems about dogs, cows, bees, and the beloved \u201cOld Man\u201d character who is always in a sticky situation. Young readers will appreciate the hilarious drawings that accompany each poem. Something unique about this book is that it does include some words that are considered archaic, such as \u201csarpint.\u201d Learning the meaning of these words is a great way to incorporate <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/vocabulary\/\">vocabulary<\/a> into your read-aloud time.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/book\/a-book-of-nonsense-lear-edward-9780375712791\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/A-Book-of-Nonsense-by-Edward-Lear.jpeg\" alt=\"A Book of Nonsense by Edward Lear book\" class=\"wp-image-358\" width=\"244\" height=\"324\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/A-Book-of-Nonsense-by-Edward-Lear.jpeg 339w, https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/A-Book-of-Nonsense-by-Edward-Lear-226x300.jpeg 226w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 244px) 100vw, 244px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>2. <em>The Road Not Taken<\/em> by Robert Frost<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Robert Frost is a poet every middle schooler should know. This lyrical genius won four Pulitizer prizes over his lifetime. \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/book\/the-road-not-taken-LC00000000143\/\">The Road Not Taken<\/a>\u201d is one of Frost\u2019s most famous poems, often praised for its imagery and ability to make readers reflect. This poem is usually read during important milestones in a person\u2019s life, like accepting a job or graduating high school. A fun fact to share with young readers is that this poem was written as a joke for Frost\u2019s friend, who could never decide which trail to hike. \u201cThe Road Not Taken\u201d is sure to inspire conversation among readers and get them thinking.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"229\" height=\"347\" src=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/The-Road-Not-Taken-by-Robert-Frost.jpeg\" alt=\"The Road Not Taken by Robert Frost book\" class=\"wp-image-359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/The-Road-Not-Taken-by-Robert-Frost.jpeg 229w, https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/The-Road-Not-Taken-by-Robert-Frost-198x300.jpeg 198w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 229px) 100vw, 229px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>3. <em>A Book of Sonnets<\/em> by William Shakespeare, et. al.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/book\/a-book-of-sonnets-LC00000000010\/\">A Book of Sonnets<\/a><\/em> is the perfect collection for any high-schooler. It includes a fantastic selection of history\u2019s best sonnets, including poems from Shakespeare, Robert Frost, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, and Philip Sidney. This book is ideal for students to use in their narration, as each piece is full of passion and written like a song. <em>A Book of Sonnets<\/em> will grab the attention of any high-schooler as they can surely find a poem to relate to their current season in life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"229\" height=\"347\" src=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/A-Book-of-Sonnets-by-William-Shakespeare-Et-Al.-.jpeg\" alt=\"A Book of Sonnets by William Shakespeare, Et Al.\" class=\"wp-image-360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/A-Book-of-Sonnets-by-William-Shakespeare-Et-Al.-.jpeg 229w, https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/A-Book-of-Sonnets-by-William-Shakespeare-Et-Al.--198x300.jpeg 198w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 229px) 100vw, 229px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/libraries\/\">LightSail\u2019s extensive library<\/a>, your students can study the works of Shakespeare, Emily Dickinson, Walt Whitman, and more! Each book has the option of being read aloud, so readers can listen while they go about their day. Whether you&#8217;re homeschooling a preschooler or a senior, <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/classics\/\">LightSail has a beautiful selection of classic poetry<\/a> to include in your studies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/display-banner-v2-300x250.gif\" alt=\"lightsail literacy for homeschoolers\" class=\"wp-image-393\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/registration\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/web-banner-300x250-new-1-1024x853.jpg\" alt=\"sign up for homeschool literacy program\" class=\"wp-image-1201\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/web-banner-300x250-new-1-1024x853.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/web-banner-300x250-new-1-300x250.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/web-banner-300x250-new-1-768x640.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/web-banner-300x250-new-1.jpg 1250w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Poetry is an integral part of a child\u2019s education. 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