An Anthology of Middle School Poems 3rd Block

AN ANTHOLOGY OF MIDDLE SCHOOL POEMS

Illustration by Kenzie B.

By Mrs. evelyn egan’s scholars

School year 2023-2024

6th grade ela

3Rd BLOCK

Oakland middle school Murfreesboro, tn

We dedicate our work to our family, friends, peers, and community.

Consent to publish has been obtained from caregivers.

I AM

BY DAMYRION B.

I am amazing and smart.

I am caring. I am smart. I am fast as a dart. I am loving. I am happy. I am amazing and smart. I am weird.

I am good at sports. I am sub’s favorite student. I am amazing and smart. I am carefree.

I am crazy. I am loving.

I am a great student. I am a great listener.

I am smart and amazing.

Nature

By Kenzie B.

Nature is so balmy.

Also blossoming everywhere

Buzzing with life everywhere you look.

Fragrant smell everywhere you go, The sunsets so golden

Every forest so mellow, Some forests are so pristine.

Seaside

By Marlee B.

Soft sand

Crashing waves

Clear blue skies

Rest across the bay

Salty water

Lots of seaweed

Hear no voices, But the birds that scream.

I AM

By Jackson B.

I am respectful and cheerful.

I wonder if the world is going to be normal again. I hear oceans. I see the oceans. I want a burger. I am respectful and cheerful. I pretend to be president. I feel comfortable. I pet my dog.

I worry about my old dog’s health. I cry about family members who are dead. I am respectful and cheerful.

I understand something that is true. I say ghosts. I dream about the Marine Corps. I try to be nice. I hope I can join the military. I am respectful and cheerful.

My Dog

By

Sage C.

My dog is a black lab.

My dog’s name is Jimmy.

My dog is playful.

My dog is passionate.

My dog is fluffy and comforts me.

My dog smiles no matter what (especially when he gets treats).

My dog watches the ball in my hand.

My dog chases me on my dirt bike.

My dog is the best dog ever.

I Am

By Dannia G.

I am cheerful and nice.

I wonder what life will be like when I grow up. I hear nature. I see the sunset. I want to be successful. I am cheerful and nice. I pretend to be happy when I’m not.

I feel great.

I touch my car after it rains. I worry I won’t be a good sister I cry when I hear sad songs. I am cheerful and nice. I understand the meaning of a true friend. I say I will go after my dreams. I dream about life.

I try to be and do my best. I hope I will become the person I want to be I am cheerful and nice.

Football

By Ledger G.

Football is what I love and adore.

It is my favorite sport.

You look in the air, And it’s right there.

Turn around, And the football is on the way. Don’t stray

Or you will drop the ball.

Then your team is guaranteed to fail.

Nature

by Leila H.

Nature is a beautiful sight to see.

I love taking walks as I feel so free.

I love the summer breeze

And beautiful blooming trees.

Nature is an amazing And soothing thing to see.

Horses

By Ryley H.

Limbs glossy and supple,

Tail dusting the ground,

Eyes full of sparkling wickedness,

Ears finely cut and flexibly moving, His nostrils dilate as my heels embrace him.

His well-built limbs tremble with pleasure

As we race around and return.

Books

By Alexis J.

Books are a passageway

To a whole new world

From misty sea bays

To enchanting winter woods.

Their vibrant poetic words

Are woven together to tell a story. They tell of hardship, Trial and triumphs, Betrayals and friendship.

They are pieces of history

Showing our past in a way of their own.

Their words make a picture

Colorful and clear.

Books are a passageway

And their words we hold dear.

Triangle By Jackson M.

Triangles are the best shape.

In the Jungle

By Mattie M.

Throughout the jungle

You can hear a fumble

As all the birds fly away.

They know they’re being hunted as prey.

As this fearless monster prowls through the leaves, Going through the seams

Like a fighter Is a tiger.

Winter By

Elisabeth O.-M.

In the season of snowfall

Where the frosty storm forms beneath the misty clouds, The pale sky blending in with the falling crowd

Is the finest season to come out and sprawl.

In the season of frost

When the animals all hibernate

While all people all go out and skate

The amusement is meant to cost.

In the season of gifts unwrapped

Gifts that will spread smiles all over Quicker than the growth of a clover

That leaves a graceful treat under those straps.

In the season of delight

When the sky is filled with grace

Not an ounce of gauche, not a trace

But snowfall that patiently cascades down to the earth

Clear and bright.

I Am

By Tenlee P.

I am crazy and tired. I wonder about food. I hear Morgan Wallen. I see a softball game. I want more shoes. I am crazy and tired. I understand nothing. I say Jesus. I dream of food. I try my best. I hope everyone is okay. I am crazy and tired. I pretend to be Mattie. I feel hungry. I touch a softball. I worry about my family. I cry when my Roblox doesn’t work. I am crazy and tired.

RUN BY

CONNER P.

Run like the wind

Feel it slapping against your face

See that in the end

You will find your own place

If you run fast enough

You will not stop But your ears will go POP Don’t give up

You will rock

No matter how long the ride is You’re Sonic the Hedgehog

The speediest creature in the world

Julian By

Julian R.

ust a kid with a heart full of dreams

nleashing laughter like sunbeams

ively spirit always on the run

nspiring joy a burst of fun

lways finding humor never dismayed

ever a dull moment the funny parade

Haiku

By Knox R.

Skies slowly darken

The grass gets wet from the rain.

Thunder crashing down

I am

By

William S.

I am happy and sleepy.

I wonder how long cats live. I hear music.

I see birds. I want an Xbox. I am happy and sleepy. I pretend to fly.

I feel scared about my baby sister.

I pet my dog.

I worry about my baby sister. I cry when a family member dies.

I am happy and sleepy.

I understand Math.

I dream about my family.

I try dirt bike riding.

I hope for a new dirt bike.

I am happy and sleepy.

By

James S. S.

Smart, loving, artistic, and crazy

Sibling of J., T., P., I., T.

Lover of Mom and Dad

Who feels for family

Who needs family and friends

Who gives gifts

Who fears spiders, the unknown, and snakes

Who would like to see family from Massachusetts

Resident of Murfreesboro, Tennessee T.

CIRCLE

By Tessie S.

This is Love

By Dewayne W.

This is love.

Sitting by a tree

Having a couple’s dinner in peace

This is love. Watching a movie Cuddling up in peace

Falling asleep

This is love.

Being happy with the love of your life

Even when it hurts sometimes

This is love.

Having a home to go to at night Especially when you’re in pain

That is love.

To gain your voice, you have to forget about having it heard. – Jack Kerouac

Illustration by Leila H.