Write a poem to Santa about space
Creative writing activity to use poetry skills to communicate science
In this creative activity, we invite you to embark on a journey of words and emotions, where you’ll delve into the art of poetry.
Let your imagination take flight as you explore the theme of outer space. Whether you’re an aspiring poet or a language lover, this poetic voyage offers a sanctuary for self-expression and the chance to craft your unique masterpiece. So, grab a pen, ignite your inspiration, and let your words dance upon the page in this captivating exploration of space and written art.
Activity: Write a poem to Santa about space
This poem is about exploring outer space and the fantastic teams of technicians and engineers making it possible.
Read through this poem and think about what you would like to find if you went into outer space and all the questions that we still have about our universe.
The poem has been written with rhyming couplets. Complete the poem with one or two verses written in the same style. You can send your finished poems to Santa!
This resource is ideal for children aged 11 – 14. However, younger children may like to join in and work with the rhyming language.
The poem
Look up and up to the million stars
Thousands of miles further and far.
Think of the stars right from their birth
As I’m staring right up from our place on the Earth.
The air is magical on this cold winter’s night
I see the satellites above taking numerous flights.
I see the bright moon, full like an orb
And continue to stare in wonder and awe.
And so now I want to find out more
Me, a speck on our planet, seeing things that our ancestors saw.
I want to be part of the science and maths
That send rockets to space and understand why space holes are black.
I want to be a technician, part of a team
Finding the answers, more than just dreams
Sending Rovers to Mars and Voyagers to Venus
Is there life out there? Have the aliens seen us?
So now you have read my ideas and dreams
About space and discoveries and aliens green
Now add one final verse about space as a subject
Don’t forget to include the two rhyming couplets!
Download the free activity sheet below!
All activity sheets and supporting resources are free to download, and all the documents are fully editable so that you can tailor them to your students and your schools’ needs.
The activity sheet includes teacher notes, guidance, helpful web links, and links (where appropriate) to the national curriculum in the four devolved UK nations; England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
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