St Mary’s Catholic Primary School

Chloe Grace Olivia Paynton’s “My Poppy” – the original was handwritten, decorated by hand drawn poppies.

My mum gave me a poppy, which she pinned to my top

It was beautiful, and red, and I liked it a lot

“Mummy”, I said, “I love my poppy but what am I wearing it for?”

It’s special” she said, “to remember the people that fought in the war".

SO today I am wearing my poppy, with pride

As I remember all those who sadly died

St. Mary’s Reception Year (years 1 & 2) - Alex Bogdon’s “A Little Poppy” – handwritten.

I have seen people selling poppies

Selling poppies in shops today

The poppies are flowers of love

For the men who marched away

I will wear a little poppy, as red as red can be

To remember those who died for me

St. Mary’s Year 3 – Kiya Tustain’s “Remembrance” – handwritten, decorated by hand drawn poppies.

Bombing, exploding, invading armies, people shrieking

People protecting, saving, and dying

Men crying

Everlasting love and peace

Poppies growing

Fighting for their own right

Families perishing, hiding, fleeing, homes destroyed

Loud banging

Many fought

New beginnings

Remember