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Can you write a great read aloud poem?

Poetry competition!

Our new competition is inspired by A Great Big Cuddle: Poems for the Very Young! by Michael Rosen and Chris Riddell.

We’re looking for the best poets out there – who can make young children smile, laugh, play or just cuddle up with their family.

You can enter by simply typing your poem below – it can be as long or as short as you like!

And, we’re extra excited because Michael Rosen will be judging the entries and picking our ten lucky winners. Each winner will each receive a signed copy of A Great Big Cuddle, along with a beautiful illustrated poster.

Need some inspiration?

Before you get started, why not take a look at our tips for writing great, read aloud poetry

Good luck and we look forward to reading all the entries!

We’d also like to say a huge “thank you” to Walker Books for supporting this wonderful competition.

The closing date for the competition is 31 October 2015
Winning poems will be available on this website from 10 November 2015.
Poems may also be published elsewhere.
Competition is open to UK and Eire residents only, and entrants must be aged 12 years or under. The judges’ decision is final.

Information for adults

Schools

Visit our School Zone to access free resources and Challenge ideas for your class.

Families

Visit our Home Zone, full of useful Challenge information for parents, grandparents and carers. For information about supporting reading in the early years visit our Pre-School Zone.

Libraries

Visit our Library Zone to find libraries near you running the challenge, and how to take part.