A great poetry writing technique is to construct metaphors to describe different emotions. I find that this activity works well with all ages and temperaments. I was especially struck by the following poem, written by Harry. Firstly, Harry is only in Year 3, and I think his work displays a remarkable maturity. Secondly, I think this is the only time someone has ever chosen 'shy' as an emotion in my workshops. Harry goes to Orchard Way school, whom I recently visited. He should be incredibly proud of his lovely poem.
SHY by Harry, Year 3
Shy is talking to unknown people
Shy is birds when they fly up in the brilliant blue sky
Shy is when fog surrounds the place
Shy is all about people
Shy is when I see people and get near them
Shy is just everywhere
Shy is nothing you hear of
Shy is what you feel
And it’s not a good feeling
