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Get Well Soon Poems

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Get Well Soon Poems

Read the poem, then explore how its words can send care and encouragement. You can use the poem as a model when you write your own.

A poem to send

Manaia and Hemi are making a short radio message for their friend Mere, who is home sick. Read their poem aloud and notice how it sounds.

When clouds gather at your window, we’ll send a little light your way. Rest beneath your cosy blanket; let the busy hours drift away. We miss your laugh across the lunchroom, your bright ideas and friendly cheer. Take your time and grow your strength— we’ll be glad when you are here. For now, our voices travel softly, like warm tea on a chilly day. Get well soon, our friend Mere; we’re thinking of you today.

1.What is the main purpose of “A Little Light for Mere”? Choose the best answer.

To persuade Mere to return to school straight away
To send Mere care and encouragement while she is unwell
To explain how to make a cup of tea
To describe a busy lunchroom

2.Find one line that shows the writers miss something about Mere. Copy it and say what they miss.

3.In the line “we’ll send a little light your way,” what does “light” suggest? Explain the idea in your own words.

4.Which pair of words near the end of the poem rhyme?

window / blanket
lunchroom / strength
day / away
softly / friend

5.The poem says, “like warm tea on a chilly day.” What two things are being compared, and what feeling does this comparison create?

6.True or false: The poem tells Mere to hurry back, even if she is not ready.

TrueFalse

7.Complete the sentence with a word from the poem: “Take your time and grow your .”

8.Match each writing choice with its effect in the poem.

“cosy blanket”
“your bright ideas”
“Get well soon”

Shows what the writers appreciate about Mere
Creates a comfortable, restful image
Makes the poem’s message clear

9.Imagine the radio presenters will read the poem aloud. Choose one line that would sound especially comforting, then explain how you would read it (for example, softly, slowly, or warmly).

10.Write a four-line get-well poem for someone who needs encouragement. Include a caring message and at least one strong image or comparison. You may use a rhyme, but it is not required.

Sketch a small image that would suit the mood of your four-line poem.