H e r e A r e O u r F i r st p o e m s H e r e A r e O u r F i r st p o e m s Rayene Meghriche Preschool Picture book of poetry
Here Are Our First poems Hey there, I’m Rayene Meghriche! I’m a secondary teacher of English, an online wizard of EFL (English as a Funny Language), a creator of epic programmes, and a scribbler of words. This poetry treasure trove is the result of a year’s worth of adventures with my tiny tykes from the English Kindergarten and Preschool in Doha, Qatar. Now, let me introduce you to the artistic geniuses behind the illustrations: Noor, Fatima, Reem, Fahad, Sultan, and Khalid. These little Picassos, aged between 4 and 6, brought my words to life with their colourful imagination. Teaching these pals English as a foreign language was like embarking on a wild safari through the jungles of language, armed with nothing but laughter and learning. So grab a seat, buckle up, and get ready for a literary rollercoaster ride through the minds of preschoolers. It’s going to be one heck of an adventure! Written by Rayene Meghriche Book Cover by English with RayMe Illustrations/Pictures by My online Preschoolers
01. Camelman 02. Chickie Chatter 03. Daddy's Horse Pal 04. Daddy Shark 05. Daddy The Detector 06. Fire Fire 07. Fun on the Hill 08. Giraffe's Ice Cream 09. Happy Yellow House 10. Home Sweet Countryside 11. I'm Free 12. In Our Pool 13. In the Desert 14. In the Moon's Forest 15. Mr. Rooster 16. Mummy Nature 17. Mummy's Daughter 18. My Cute Sissy 19. My Doggie Friend 20. My First Smartphone 21. My Ginger Kitty Contents 22. My Plane 23. Nature's Happy Home 24. Ollie the Octopus 25. Rainbow on the Lake 26. Sue's Joyful Day 27. The Fishy Tale 28. The Jolly Dragonfly 29. The Swaggy Kitty 30. To the Moon H ere Are Our First poe m s Rayene Meghriche
In the desert, bright and sandy, Lives a camel, oh so dandy! His name is Camelman, brave and true, With a hump on his back, and a smile for you. He walks with style, across the sand, With his hooves so big, and his head so grand. When troubles come, he's there to save, Our hero Camelman, so bold and brave! Once a day, when the sun is high, Camelman spots a trouble in the sky. A birdie's nest, stuck up high, Oh, what to do? Camelman's gotta try! He stretches his neck, up to the sky, And with a reach, he gives a try. The nest falls down, safe and sound, Camelman saves the day all around! So here's to Camelman, our desert friend, A hero in the dunes, from end to end. With his hump so high, and heart so true, Camelman's always there for you! Camelman - 01 -
Khalid
I have a chicken, she goes cluck cluck, She struts around, her feathers pluck. She pecks at corn and takes a nap, Then flaps her wings with a little flap flap! In the morning, she wakes me up, With her loud clucking, like a hiccup. She lays eggs, so smooth and brown, In her cosy coop, safe and sound. My chicken is funny, she makes me laugh, With her waddle and her silly chaff. I love my chicken, she's my friend, Our days together, they never end! So here's to my chicken, big and small, The funniest friend of them all. With her clucks and flaps, she brings me joy, Oh, how I love my chicken toy! Chickie chatter - 02 -
Khalid
Daddy loves his horse, oh so dear, They trot and gallop, never fear. With hooves that clippity-clop all around, Through fields of green, they bound and bound. They ride together, side by side, With smiles so big, they cannot hide. The horse says neigh, and daddy grins, As they race the wind, oh what wins! In the barn, they share a hug, Their friendship strong, not a single shrug. Daddy whispers softly, "You're my best friend, Together forever, until the end." So, to the horse, with love so pure, Daddy's heart, forever sure. With every trot, with every course, Daddy loves his horse, of course! Daddy's horse pal - 03 -
Fahad
Daddy Shark, Daddy Shark, do-do-do-do, Swimming fast, to and fro! Big and strong, with a great big grin, Daddy Shark, you always win! In the ocean, you're the king, Splish, splash, let's dance and sing! Chase some fish, and play all day, With Daddy Shark, it's fun to play! But when the day is almost done, Daddy Shark says, "Time for fun!" In our cosy beds, we snuggle tight, Daddy Shark, you're my shining light! So, goodnight Daddy Shark, do-do-do-do, Dream of adventures, both old and new! Daddy shark - 04 -
Fatima
My daddy is a detector, you see, He finds fun things, like you and me! With his big nose and his wide eyes, He finds lost toys, oh what a surprise! Daddy hunts for socks and shoes, Even spots the gum we lose! He finds the keys and mummy's ring, Daddy can detect anything! He sniffs out cookies, oh so sweet, And hidden candies, what a treat! He finds the ball that's under the bed, "Daddy's the best!" is what we said. So when something's lost, don't you fret, My daddy's a detector, you can bet! With a big smile and a happy cheer, He'll find it all, never fear! Daddy the detector - 05 -
Sultan
Fire in our home, oh what a show, It started to glow, so big and low. We called the firemen, "Come quick, come quick!" They rushed in their truck, clickety-click. The fire was hot, but they were cool, Splashing water, using every tool. With hoses and hats, they did their best, Putting out flames, giving no rest. We watched them work, from safe and sound, While the fire was shrinking, going down. "Thank you, firemen!" we clapped and cheered, Our home was saved, just as we feared. Now when we see a firetruck zoom, We remember the fire, whoosh and boom! Firemen are heroes, brave and kind, Saving our homes, always on time! Fire Fire - 06 -
Noor
Up on the hill, where the grass is green, Lives a little bunny, hopping unseen. Birds sing high, in the bright blue sky, Butterflies dance, and the bees buzz by. The sun shines bright, making shadows play, Friends come out to laugh and to stay. Sheep say "baa" and cows say "moo" , All the animals greet, "How do you do?" Tiny flowers bloom, in colours so bright, Stars twinkle softly, saying goodnight. Up on the hill, we run and we play, Happy and safe, every day. Fun on the hill - 07 -
Reem
In summer's heat, bold and sunny, A giraffe stood tall, oh how funny! With a cone of ice cream, so yummy and sweet, He licked it up, from head to feet. With his long neck reaching high, He slurped and slurped, up to the sky. Vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry swirl, He ate it all, with a happy twirl. The sun beamed down, the ice cream dripped, But the giraffe just grinned, never skipped. He wiggled his ears, he stomped his hooves, Eating ice cream, he surely approves! So if you see a giraffe on a summer's day, Eating ice cream in his own special way, Give him a wave, and maybe a grin, 'Cause with ice cream, we all win! Giraffe's Ice Cream - 08 -
Reem
In our yellow house on the hill so high, Where the grass is green and the clouds float by, We laugh and play, all day long, With our friends, we sing a song! The sun shines strong, the sky so blue, In our house, there's always something to do. With toys and games, we have a blast, In our yellow house, having fun will last! So come on over, join our crew, In our yellow house, there's room for you! With smiles and giggles, we'll have a ball, In our happy house, where joy's for all! Happy yellow house - 09 -
Khalid
In the countryside, so wide and grand, Our house stands tall, upon the land. With fields of green and skies so blue, There's so much to explore, so much to do! In our house, with windows wide, We see the trees and birds outside. With rooms to play and beds to rest, Our lovely home is truly the best! Outside, we find a garden fair, With flowers blooming everywhere. We chase the butterflies in flight, And play until the stars shine bright. At night, our house is snug and warm, Protected from the stormy storm. With hugs and kisses, we say goodnight, In our house, everything's just right. So in the countryside, with joy and glee, Our house is where we love to be. With family near and dreams to share, Our house in the countryside, we'll always care. Home sweet countryside - 10 -
Noor
In grass so green, I leap and hop, Underneath the sky's big top. With giggles loud and smiles wide, I'm free, oh what a ride! No homework waits, no chores to do, Just me and you, and skies of blue. I chase the butterflies, I dance with bees, Feeling as happy as you please. In my world, there's fun galore, With toys and games and so much more. I laugh, I sing, I skip with glee, For in this moment, I am free! So come along, let's have some fun, Underneath the shining sun. For in this world, so bright and grand, We're free to play, hand in hand. I'm free - 11 -
Reem
In our pool so cool, With palm trees tall, We splash and play, Having a ball! Water splish-splashing, Sun shining light, We giggle and laugh, From morning till night! With goggles on tight, We dive and swim, In our pool so grand, With a joyful grin! Underneath the palm trees, We dance and sway, In our pool of fun, We'll spend the day away! So let's jump in, And make a big splash, In our pool with palm trees, We'll have a bash! In our pool - 12 -
Fahad
In the desert wide and dry, Underneath the big blue sky, Cacti tall and sandy ground, A world of wonders all around. The sun shines bright, oh so hot, But creatures find their cosy spot, Snakes slither, lizards hide, In the desert, they abide. Camels with their humps so high, Wander 'neath the burning sky, Searching for some tasty food, In the desert's solitude. Sand dunes rise and fall so grand, As far as tiny eyes can stand, A place of adventure, wide and vast, In the desert, the memories last. So if you ever roam that way, In the desert, don't dismay, For even though it's hot and dry, It's a place where dreams can fly. In the desert - 13 -
Noor
Once upon the moon so bright, An astronaut felt cold at night. He said, "Oh no, I need some heat!" So he lit a fire with sticks and beat. The flames went crackle, crackle, pop, Warming him up from bottom to top. With marshmallows toasting, he sang a song, In the moon's forest, where he belonged. So there he sat, feeling just right, Under the stars, oh so bright. And as he grinned from ear to ear, He whispered, "Goodnight, " without a fear! In the moon's forest - 14 -
Sultan
I have a rooster, he says cock-a-doodle-doo, Wakes me up in the morning, when the sun is new. He struts around the farmyard, with feathers oh so bright, Crowing to the hens, in the early morning light. With a flap of his wings, and a hop and a peck, He's the boss of the coop, and he'll let you know he's in check. So when you hear him crow, with his loud and proud call, Just know it's morning time, and it's time to rise and all. Mr. Rooster - 15 -
Reem
Mummy Nature’s always here, Sunshine bright and sky so clear. Trees so tall and flowers bloom, Butterflies dance, bees go "zoom!" Raindrops fall and rivers flow, Plants and animals all grow. Birds that sing and stars that shine, Mummy Nature’s oh so fine. Breathe the air and feel the breeze, Thank you, Nature, for all these! Mummy Nature - 16 -
Fatima Fahad
Mummy's daughter, here I am, Playing, running, in a jam. Jumping high, I touch the sky, Giggling loud, I don't know why. Messy hair and sticky hands, Building castles in the sands. Singing songs, I twirl around, Laughing when I fall to the ground. With my teddy, snug and tight, I give Mummy a kiss goodnight. Stories, hugs, and one more hug, Mummy's daughter, safe and snug. Mummy's daughter - 17 -
Fatima
My cute sissy, oh so small, Runs and giggles down the hall. She likes to dance, she likes to sing, She thinks she's the queen of everything. Her eyes are bright, her smile is wide, She loves to go on a bumpy slide. She jumps and plays, she spins around, She loves to roll on the soft, green ground. She hugs her teddy tight at night, And whispers, "I love you, " so light. In her world, all is fun, I love my sissy, my number one. My Cute Sissy - 18 -
Reem
My doggie friend, oh so sweet, With fur so fluffy, and paws so neat. He wags his tail, and barks with glee, Always happy, as can be! He loves to run, he loves to play, Chasing his tail, all through the day. With floppy ears and a shiny nose, He's the best friend anyone knows! When I'm sad, he licks my face, Bringing smiles to every place. He's my buddy, my furry mate, Together, we're a perfect crate! So here's to my doggie, oh so dear, Bringing joy, year after year. With each wag of his tail, he makes me grin, My doggie friend, my best friend within! My doggie friend - 19 -
Noor
In my hand, a shiny thing, My first smartphone, it makes me sing! Buttons to press, screens to swipe, With this gadget, I feel so ripe! I'm happy with my little toy, Bringing laughter, oh so coy. Pictures snap and games to play, Keeps me busy, all the day. Mum and dad, they say it's neat, But sometimes they need a little retreat. Too much fun, they start to say, Put the phone down, go outside and play! But I'm happy with my special friend, A smartphone buddy 'til the end. Though simple words, it's easy to see, This gadget brings so much glee! My First Smartphone - 20 -
Reem
In a cosy little house, not too big, not too gritty, Lives a happy little kid with a ginger kitty. With fur soft as clouds and eyes big and merry, They play all day and snuggle, oh so cherry! Their kitty's name is Fluffy, oh so sweet, They love to chase yarn and curl up in a heap. They giggle and laugh, oh what a delight, With Fluffy by their side, everything's just right. When it's time for bed, they give a big hug, To their fluffy friend, snug as a bug. They dream of adventures, in lands far away, With their ginger kitty, they'll always stay. So here's to the love, between child and cat, In a world full of joy, imagine that! With purrs and meows, they make quite a pair, I love my ginger kitty, forever and there! My ginger kitty - 21 -
Reem
In the sky so blue, my toy plane flew, With wings so wide, it soared and it flew. Round and round, it soared with glee, My little plane, so wild and free. Up in the air, it danced and twirled, With its propeller spinning, around the world. Through fluffy clouds, it did glide, With me as the pilot, by its side. Down it swooped, then up so high, My toy plane, flying in the sky. Oh, what fun, to fly and play, With my toy plane, every day! But when it's time to land and rest, It snuggles close, on my chest. So let's fly together, you and me, With my toy plane, so full of glee! My Plane - 22 -
Fatima
In a house near trees, where birds tweet, We play all day with happy feet. Trees so big, reach up high, In our house, beneath the sky. Squirrels jump, rabbits run, Under the sunny shining sun. Pretty flowers grow, so nice to see, In our house, where we're so free. With friends and family, we have fun, In our house, when the day is done. Nature's wonders, all around, In our house, where joy is found. Let's explore, hand in hand, In our house, where dreams expand. In this house, we sing and play, In our house, let's stay and play! Nature's Happy Home - 23 -
Reem
In the ocean blue, so deep and wide, Lives an octopus, with arms spread wide. With eight long arms, Ollie loves to play, In the sandy bottom, where seashells lay. He squiggles and squirms, like a silly noodle, With eyes so big, he's never a poodle. He dances with fish, in a funny jig, And gives them a hug, with each little twig. But watch out, dear friends, for his ink surprise, When he feels scared, he shoots it to the skies! A puff of black, like a cloud so tall, But don't you worry, he's still your pal. So, in the deep sea, where corals gleam, The octopus plays, in his watery dream. With a giggle and a splash, he bids you adieu, Until next time, when he says, "Howdy-do!" Ollie the Octopus - 24 -