Poetry Project 2008
Mrs. Taljaard's Class Poetry Page
Five Ws Poems
Can You Imagine? Poems
I Am From Poems
Emotion Poems
Rhetorical Questions Poems
Poems
The stinky cheese man
Acts like a monster
On the playground
At 10 A.M.
Scaring little children
By: Giomino
My friend playing soccer
Saying "huribaba!"
In the gym
After eating lunch.
Delighted as he scored a goal.
By: Sung Won
The delicious sushi
Fell down from my plate
In a restaurant
Saturday night at seven o'clock.
Being wiggly, waggly and slimy!
By: Chirag
My second closest friend
Messed up our cheer
In Wale Tonas
On the first day of camp.
Getting a 1000 points!
By: Sameer
A grey Dolphin
Gracefully splashes and swims by
In the bottomless ocean
At noontime.
Impressing the deep-sea scuba divers!
By: Mazel
The president's fascinating dog
Stalking exhaustedly and hungry cats
Outside the White House
Late in the dusty evening
Feeling sneaky and naughty
By: David
A butterfly
Drinking sour sweet honey
At the grassy hill
Early in the morning
Getting breakfast for a day!
By; Ji Ho
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The incredible Mrs. Kurtz
Researches lots of books from all over the world
At her house
Everyday in the morning
Writing animal stories for children!
By: Fidelia
Big fat Santa Claus
Gave away presents to kids
In a small town
During a marvelous Christmas Eve.
Bringing joy to children!
By: So Ri
Warm colored leaves
Topple from the arid ancient tree
On Mt. Cook
At the occasion of fall.
Pretending to be snow!
By: Valerie
Slithery snake
Saw a goofily worm
In the jungle
This afternoon.
Feeling very hungry!
By: Joslyn
The savory cookies and cream
Make people want some more
In the wonderful ice-cream shop
Last Satruday.
Tasting out of this world!
By: James
My family
Ate chicken
At KFC
On my birthday.
Celebrating me!
By: Min Yong
The wavy raindrops
Crashes into grandma's plants
At her colossal garden
When the clouds turn sunless
Providing the plants with life!
By: Valencia
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Can You Imagine . . .
School with robbers?
Earth with sobbers?
A girl with a mustache?
A folder with trash?
A pool filled with pins?
A rabbit with fins?
A bottle with liver?
The earth with 1 quarter of water?
My name with "L"?
Trees with pals?
By: Fidelia
Can You Imagine . . .
Horses with tears?
Ants with big ears?
Winter with ice-cream?
Cockroaches with bad dreams?
The moon on fire?
The sun with wires?
Motorbikes with doors?
A dog with chores?
An elephant with blue toes?
His face with a small nose?
By: Chirag
Can You Imagine . . .
A car without a wheel?
An envelope without a seal?
A diamond without a ring?
A kingdom without a king?
A class without a teacher?
A house without a mother?
A bird without a feather?
A shoe without leather?
The sea without water?
People without a sweater?
By: Giomino
Can You Imagine . . .
A class without teachers
A porcupine without needles?
A rabbit without ears?
A building without blocks?
Tennis without balls?
Summer without insects?
A hand without fingers?
Space without a planet?
A skirt without laces?
By: Ji Ho
Can You Imagine . . .
Ladies without hair?
The world without air?
A bag without a zip?
An actor without a lip?
A person without a seat?
The sun without heat?
A forest without trees?
The world without mammals?
The dessert without animals?
By: James
Can You Imagine . . .
A shoe without laces?
A picture without faces?
A rat without toes?
A lion without a nose?
A book without letters?
Good without better?
A house without a roof?
A shelf without a book?
A cat without a tail?
A boat without a sail?
By: Sung Won
Can You Imagine . . .
A girl without a pretty dress?
School without recess?
A jungle without a beast?
A church without a priest?
A pizza without cheese?
A hove without bees?
Earth without twisters?
A cat without whiskers?
A car without an engine?
A prisoner without a dungeon?
By: Sameer
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Can You Imagine . . .
A fish without a gill?
A person without being ill?
A wedding without a ring?
The world without spring?
A duck without a quack?
A kid without a snack?
The earth without color?
A dog without a collar?
A mystery without a clue?
The sky without blue?
By: Valerie
Can You Imagine . . .
Soup without a bowl?
A school without a goal?
Books without words?
Trees without birds?
People without skin?
Garbage without a bin?
Earth without the sea?
Summer without the sun?
Games without fun?
By: Mazel
Can You Imagine . . .
A principal without a school?
A guard without a pool?
An egg with no chick?
Soccer without a kick?
Fishing without boats?
Music without notes?
A story without words?
A lights without a bulb?
An apple without a flavor?
A game without a player?
By: So Ri
Can You Imagine . . .
A lion without claws?
A cat without paws?
The sky without blue?
A spy without a clue?
A hound without a tail?
A boat without a sail?
A diamond without a blink?
A gun without a sling?
Popcorn without corn?
A black cat without a mourn?
By: David
Can You Imagine . . .
Winter without snow?
Yes, without no?
A scar without pain?
An airport without planes?
Night without day?
A bill without pay?
Sister without brother?
Father without mother?
Sour without sweet?
A bird without a tweet?
By: Joslyn
Can You Imagine . . .
Earth without pain?
People without a brain?
A bird without a wing?
Woman without a ring?
Earth without air?
Girls without hair?
Juice without water?
Father without a daughter?
Winter without ice?
Boys without eyes?
By: Ki Woong
Can You Imagine . . .
A chicken without wings?
A bride without a ring?
A boy without hair?
A cage without a hare?
A horse without a tail?
A toolbox without a nail?
A book without a page?
A grandma without age?
A cactus without thorns?
A garden without thorns?
By: Valencia
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I am from the Bible,
From computers,
From crocs,
Wearing them on weekdays.
I am from a colossal apartment,
That looks like a real valley.
I used to have many turtles,
And "Valencia is not a quitter."
I am organized and a person.
I am from a family that goes to church,
Learn stories from the Bible,
From charming family members,
From a loving and caring family,
From a sister and a brother,
And from how to be a good person.
I am from business people,
And people adoring karaoke.
I am from fish,
From rice,
And tea,
During evening dinner with family.
I am from a strict country,
From Singapore,
And a tough education ,
Where students must learn a lot.
By: Valencia
I am from computers,
From laptops,
From video games,
Only played on weekends.
I am from an enormous, cozy house,
And never say; "Don't know."
I am extremely lazy,
And love playing soccer.
I am from staying with family on weekends,
From close knitted members,
From having one sister,
Being grateful for having me,
And a brother who teaches me soccer.
I am from Roman Catholics,
Which is always beside Jesus.
I am from traders in jewelry,
From exotic chefs.
I am from cookies and cream,
From pizza,
From spaghetti,
Which is tastier than anything else.
I am from Jakarta,
From pollution and trash in the road,
And nice shopping malls,
Which have a lot of variety.
By: James
I am from Nokia phones,
From J.Co. Donouts,
From StarBucks,
Drank only on Sundays.
I am from a huge soccer field,
And live in an enormous house.
Told that family comes first.
I am naughty and annoying.
I am from a fire cracking family,
From humble people,
From a mom called, Anju,
She is a really kind lady.
And from Hindus,
Believing in one god.
I am from Indian merchants,
From traders and exporters.
I am from brownies and ice-cream,
From Haagindaaz,
And cheetos,
Very yummy and cheesy,
When melting in my mouth.
I am from Indonesia, Jakarta,
From a beautiful city with some dirty parts,
And a lot of fun in the malls.
By: Chirag
I am from the computer,
From the Bible,
And from the i-pod,
Listening only on weekends.
I am from a medium sized swimming pool,
With three water fountains.
And, "Del, do a good job, get a hundred percent."
I am careless, and a sore looser,
With messy hair.
I am from going to a friend's house,
From helping and appreciation,
From a loving mother and father,
Where I learn of being a helper,
And forgiving people,
As wonderful virtues.
I am from business men and women.
And from following rules.
I am from French fries and chips,
From "Guitar Hero,"
And ice-cream,
Which is velvety.
I am from Jakarta in Indonesia,
From Sarong,
From Kebaya,
And from Batik.
By: Fidelia
I am from the play-station,
From UMD Emulator,
From 8 Gigabytes Adaptor,
Used on machines and batteries.
I am from a basketball court,
Within an enormous paradise.
And "David never cried,"
I am love, respect and kind.
I am from Christmas,
From Indians,
From Dadlani's,
And mindful people.
And from Christianity,
Where Jesus answers.
I am from the trade market,
And from businessmen.
I am from chocolate,
From candies,
And peanut butter,
Eat them with marshmallows and lollypops.
I am from Indonesia,
From Java,
From Jakarta,
Which is captivating and overwhelming.
By: David
I am from the television,
From computers,
From books,
Which I like to read.
I am from eight, white dogs,
And "You are too skinny."
I am organized,
Prepared and ready to do anything.
I am from red clothing users,
From fun adventures,
From parents and a brother,
Who are special to me.
And from Catholics,
Who make a cross before and after praying.
I am from the malls,
From working and shopping.
I am from noodles,
From hot dogs,
From chocolate chip cookies,
Which I like from "Famous Amos."
I am from Indonesia,
From Jakarta,
Where most of my family lives,
And where I have the best school.
By: Mazel
I am from StarBucks coffee,
From computers,
From expensive Converse shoes,
Having only one pair.
I am from a tall apartment,
And never giving up,
Taking care of each other.
I am organized, but need more effort.
I am from making Kim Chi every month,
From love and care,
From one brother much younger,
Where I learned that a sibling is special.
And from believing in Jesus,
Trusting even if I feel down.
I am from the teachers,
And from merchants.
I am from Kim Chi,
From chocolate-triple ice cream,
And Ghana chocolate,
Only enjoyed when uncle is happy.
I am from Korea, Seoul,
From power and forgiveness,
And beautiful smiles,
Bright like sunshine.
By: So-Ri
I am from crocs,
From zidzos,
From Starbucks,
Drank only on occasion.
I am from a neat white house,
From an apartment with small rooms,
And "Valerie, donšt be naughty."
I am a food lover.
I am from going to church,
Learning God's word,
From love and compassion.
From a triplet,
What I think is magical.
I am from Christians,
And following Jesus,
I am from traders and workers.
I am from blueberry muffins,
From ravioli,
From apple pie,
For dessert eaten from time to time.
I am from Singapore,
From clean roads,
And challenging schools,
I am from expensive jewelry in crowded malls.
By: Valerie
I am from the Bible,
From sport,
From video games,
Played only on weekends.
I am from a balcony,
Overlooking the sea and mountains.
And "Canaries, love soccer."
I am energetic,
Friendly and caring.
I am from going to Spain during the summer,
From courage and kindness,
From a much older sister,
Where I learned the joyful times.
And from trusting in Jesus,
Believing that anything is possible with him.
I am from businessmen and teachers,
From working and worshipping.
I am from Japanese food,
From chocolate ice-cream,
And chocolate bars,
Whenever my mom allows me.
I am from Las Palmas,
From bullfights,
From wine-making,
And beaches, where people relax and play.
By: Sameer
I am from the PS3,
From Dagon Ball Z,
From 9 Gigabite memory stick.
I am from a neat bedroom,
Where laughter and joy break the silence.
I am from a decorative house,
And respecting elders.
I am funny and sensitive.
I am from visiting restaurants,
From being helpful and joyful,
From parents who love me.
I am from a grateful heart,
And from Christianity,
Thanking God for everything.
I am from tennis players,
And golf fanatics.
I am from ice-cream,
From the cone,
From ice,
Enjoying some after a sport game.
I am from Mexico,
From Korea,
From colorful people,
With smiles on the faces.
By: Sung Won
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Scared
doesn't have to be fear
like watching a horror movie.
Scared
doesn't have to be panic attacks
like when you ride a rollercoaster.
Scared
can be horrified
like walking
against a spider web.
Scared
doesn't have to be timid
like a mouse in a hole.
Scared
doesn't have to be loneliness.
like a cactus in a desert.
Sacred is having a nightmare.
By: Giomino
Anger
doesn't have to be a physical attack
like slapping someone in his face.
Anger
doesn't have to be yelling
like a child without his lollipop.
Anger
can be unhealthy
causing a person
to loose his appetite.
Anger
doesn't have to be vengeance
to bring about justice.
Anger
Doesn't have to be hostile
Like ignoring others.
Anger is causing division among people.
By: Sung Won
Anger
doesn't have to be silence
like an island drifting along in the ocean.
Anger
doesn't have to be a red mad face
like boiling lava.
Anger
can be from
someone steeling
your favorite pencil.
Anger
doesn't have to be a lion
roaring in front of me.
Anger
doesn't have to be wicked
like pushing someone from the top of the Eiffel Tower.
Anger is an abuse of one's soul.
By: James
Peace
doesn't have to be happiness
like a child have lots of presents.
Peace
doesn't have to be listening to music
like in a concert.
Peace
can be quiet,
reading the Bible every night.
Peace
doesn't have to be loneliness
in a dark room.
Peace
doesn't have to be sleeping
like a bear hibernating in winter.
Peace is an inner feeling.
By: Valerie
Happiness
doesn't have to be cheerful
like getting a good grade in a test.
Happiness
doesn't have to be hopeful
like waiting for a present.
Happiness
can be laughing with friends.
Happiness
doesn't have to be excitement
when visiting the zoo.
Happiness
doesn't have to be only fellowship
like playing outside with a friend.
Happiness is to play all day long.
By: Ki Woong
Peace
doesn't have to be quiet
like a mouse.
Peace
doesn't have to be happiness
like a giggling clown.
Peace
can be tasting
your very first ice cream flavor.
Peace
doesn't have to be alone
in your dark room.
Peace
doesn't have to be resting
like a pure white cloud.
Peace is tranquility.
By: Valencia
Fear
doesn't have to be creepy
like watching a horror movie.
Fear
doesn't have to be spine chilling
like riding a rollercoaster.
Fear
can be terrifying
when you lie to your mom
and you got caught.
Fear
doesn't have to be loneliness
like a camel in a desert.
Fear
doesn't have to be lost
like someone left you on your own in a forest.
Fear is a nightmare.
By: Chirag
Anger
doesn't have to be irritable
like a hungry baby.
Anger
doesn't have to be temper-rising
like a volcano exploding.
Anger
can be a lion
roaring for food.
Anger
doesn't have to be kicking someone
form the top of a building.
Anger
doesn't have to be fearsome
like a mad wolf.
Anger is a wickedness.
By: So-Ri
Scared
doesn't have to be hideous
like watching a horror movie.
Scared
doesn't have to be dreadful
like going down a rollercoaster.
Scared
can be adventurous
when snorkeling in search for hidden treasure.
Scared
doesn't have to be a appalling game
with monsters.
Scared
doesn't have to be alarming
like walking into a graveyard.
Scared is sometimes a thrilling experience.
By: Mazel
Happiness
doesn't have to be laughing
like a hyena.
Happiness
doesn't have to be a surprise
like buying a gift.
Happiness
can be the height
of Mt. Everest.
Happiness
doesn't have to be hanging out
with a friend.
Happiness
doesn't have to be loud laughing
like an explosion.
Happiness is when you have a smile on your face.
By: Sameer
Peace
doesn't have to be quiet
like the silent sea.
Peace
doesn't have to be happiness
like when you make new friends.
Peace
can be loud
but is not always silence.
Peace
doesn't have to be antagonism
like an angry man.
Peace
doesn't have to be contentment
like a colorful rainbow.
Peace is a bliss.
By: Joslyn
Scared
doesn't have to be fearful
like dealing with the unknown.
Scared
doesn't have to be serious
like riding a roller-coaster.
Scared
can be exciting
when you go sailing around the world through stormy seas.
Scared
doesn't have to be loneliness
in a new country.
Scared
doesn't have to be terror
like when someone bullies you.
Scared is a part of life.
By: David
Peace
doesn't have to be shy
like a shell hiding in the sand.
Peace
doesn't have to be freedom
like getting out from jail.
Peace
can be tasting
your first ice cream cake.
Peace
doesn't have to be playing
your violin alone.
Peace
doesn't have to be quiet
like a mouse.
Peace is calmness.
By: Fidelia
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Rhetorical Questions Poems
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Pirates' Teeth
I wonder if pirates ever brush their teeth?
I suppose they don't.
They brush their ship instead, using their toothbrushes.
They brush their treasure to be shiny.
And they are as lazy as cats.
By: Min Yong
Diamonds
I wonder if diamonds like to be put on rings?
I suppose they do.
They get to be worn on people's fingers.
They make girls feel confident and looking better.
They make beautiful wedding rings.
They make husbands and wives remember their partner.
By: Fidelia
Pirates
I wonder if pirates brush their teeth?
I suppose they don't.
They like to be dirty.
They want to scare people with ugly teeth.
They enjoy having bacteria.
They are too lazy.
By: Sung Won
Robbers
I wonder if robbers get tired of taking someone's money?
I suppose they don't.
They want to be rich.
They are lazy and do not want to work.
It is their job.
They want to go to jail to have food for free.
By: Sung Won
Honey Bees
I wonder if bees ever get tired of collecting honey?
I suppose they don't.
It is their only job.
They can travel to different places.
Some people collect their honey to sell.
They have an interesting way of collecting honey.
By: Valerie
Golf Balls
I wonder if a golf ball hates rolling?
I suppose it does.
It never goes straight when it rolls.
It does not fly in the sky when it is dirty.
It rolled already more than a thousand times.
By: Ji Ho
Pigs
I wonder if a pig ever gets tired of eating?
I suppose it doesn't.
It has a very big internal organ.
Its brain system tells them to eat.
There are beggars in its stomach.
By: Ji Ho
Pirates
I wonder if pirates take a bath?
I suppose not.
They are dirty.
They have germs in their mouths.
They dress in filthy clothes.
They never brush their teeth.
Pirates are disgusting.
By: Giomino
Snow Flakes
I wonder if snow flakes like falling through the sky?
I suppose they think it's fun.
They can swirl and twirl on the wind.
They make children happy.
And they twinkle and glitter in the light.
By: Mazel
Winged Horses
I wonder if winged horses are real?
I suppose there aren't any.
They only come in books and movies.
And horses never sprout wings.
Though it is quite fun to make-believe.
By: Mazel
People and Apes
I wonder if people come form apes?
I suppose we do.
They have 5 fingers just like us.
They can peel bananas as we do.
They have families and are caring as us.
By: Joslyn
Houses
I wonder if houses like standing still?
I suppose they don't.
They stand in the wind and rain.
They see the same things everyday.
Birds sit on them.
Rats crawl in their roofs.
By: Chirag
Fire-Fly's Light
I wonder if a fire-fly's light burns out?
I suppose it does.
Its light is on throughout the night.
It never sleeps and wanders around.
It lights a billion chimneys.
A fire-fly lights fires for campers.
By: Sam
Balls
I wonder if balls hate it when people play with them?
I suppose they do.
People kick them.
Pets such as dogs bite them.
They are being hit by golf clubs, rackets and cricket clubs.
By: Valencia
A Land of Splendor
I wonder why Africa is so captivating?
I suppose it is due to its marvelous treasures.
The lionšs roar that echoes as a new day breaks open.
The fish eagle soaring over mighty rivers that flow to far away oceans.
Majestic mountains silhouetted against the blue sky.
Elephants and giraffes under the shade of thorn trees.
Buffalo and wildebeest herds roaming the grasslands.
All of this and so much more . . . .
By: Mrs. Taljaard
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