Remembrance
Remember those who have served or lost their lives.
War Poetry invites 4-18 year-olds to explore the themes of war and peace.
They can write about events past or present, write from another person’s point of view, or draw on their own experiences and feelings.
There’s no set poetry style, line limit or word count, so they have the freedom to express their ideas in a way that works for them.
Let them choose a direction that interests them:
Remember those who have served or lost their lives.
What would a peaceful world look or feel like? What message do they want to send about the future?
Explore the bravery, sacrifice or experiences of those serving in the armed forces.
Write about the innocent people affected by conflict or what it might be like when someone you love is serving away from home.
Step into somebody else’s shoes: a soldier, evacuee, child, parent, nurse, refugee or another person affected by war.
Turn something they have discovered through history, a book, documentary, photograph or real event into poetry.
Your child can take inspiration from something they have learnt, a family connection, a book, an image, an event or simply their own thoughts about war and peace.
They can use one of the themes above or come up with their own interpretation of war, peace or remembrance.
There’s no required style or length. Their poem can be handwritten or typed.
Once it’s ready, their entry can be submitted online, by email or by post.
Be published in a special War Poetry book
Win a prize
Our favourite poet wins a £50 Amazon voucher & a trophy
Help readers reflect on war, peace and remembrance
Whether your child’s poem is personal, historical, reflective or hopeful, their words deserve to be heard.
Lest we forget.
Their poem can be handwritten on an entry form or sheet of A4 paper, or typed. When it's ready, choose the easiest way to send it to us.
