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Judith makes use of traditional poetic forms, including ballad and riddle. Some of the ...

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Matt Goodfellow was born in Withington, Manchester, and grew up in Cheadle, Stockport. ...

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Born in Donegal in Ireland, Matthew Sweeney was one of the most original poets writing ...

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Phil reads in different ways to suit the rhythm and mood, from sing-song rhymes with ...

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Quipu Chant

2:18 listening time

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Science and inventions

Explore the power of science, creativity and invention in this selection of poems. 

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Ted’s readings draw out the texture of his words, his rich Yorkshire accent helping to ...

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We Remember

2:11 listening time

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There’s a great deal of variety in Wes’s work – you never know if you’re going to be ...

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